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Historic Showdown: No. 9 Tar Heels Face No. 1 Jayhawks at Allen Fieldhouse

North Carolina and Kansas renew their storied basketball rivalry with a rare on-campus matchup.

  • North Carolina and Kansas have faced off 12 times, with a 6-6 series tie, including two national title games.
  • The Tar Heels' RJ Davis, a key player from the 2022 title game, is set for a rematch against Kansas guards.
  • The game marks North Carolina's first visit to Allen Fieldhouse since 1960, highlighting the rarity of on-campus games between top programs.
  • Kansas coach Bill Self acknowledges the intertwined history of both programs, emphasizing mutual respect.
  • The Jayhawks will visit Chapel Hill in 2025 to complete the home-and-home series, showcasing a tradition of elite matchups.
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