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It took a title for North Carolina to forget about last year
One year after having their hearts broken on the same stage, the Tar Heels closed that painful chapter and flipped the script to win their sixth national championship.
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Let's be honest: UNC-Gonzaga was hard to watch
We know what you're thinking, so we'll go ahead and say it: That was not a good national title game. With all those whistles and missed shots, North Carolina-Gonzaga was tough to get through.
Gonzaga
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Gonzaga has to live with coming so close
The Zags got to that elusive Final Four, but the goal was always to win the whole thing. Which is why this one hurts. "Man, it crushes you," Gonzaga coach Mark Few said.
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How North Carolina's defense locked down a national title
There would be no heartbreak this year. The Tar Heels crashed the boards and got key steals, and they're back on top. We break down the numbers that made them champions.
NCAA Men's Tournament
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2017 NCAA tournament schedule
Here's a look at the key dates, locations and results for the 2017 NCAA men's basketball tournament.
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UNC's second-half defense key to victory.
Jay Bilas breaks down how the Tar Heels were able to prevent Gonzaga from gaining many open looks in the second half, while Jay Williams calls the game one of the worst officiated national title games in some time.
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Despite 2 bad ankles, UNC's Berry named MOP
Joel Berry II came into Final Four weekend with two sprained ankles but powered the Tar Heels to their sixth NCAA title, and that earned the junior guard the most outstanding player award.
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Where does North Carolina rank among all-time champs?
Only 79 teams have cut down the nets at an NCAA tournament, and now this North Carolina team is one of them. How do the Tar Heels stack up to their predecessors?
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Williams' third title puts him in 'rare air.'
Seth Greenberg says that Roy Williams' third national title with the Tar Heels puts him in special company and Jay Bilas puts Williams among the greatest coaches of all time.
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North Carolina scratches and claws its way to Roy Williams' third title
North Carolina was able to finish the job this time around, as the Tar Heels made big plays late to outlast Gonzaga and win their sixth national title.
From tree to tipoff, the making of the Final Four court
From deep in a Michigan forest to University of Phoenix Stadium in Arizona, the floor at this weekend's Men's Final Four has completed a cross-country journey, lasting nearly five months. See what it takes to make the Final Four court.
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UNC's Williams: Uncertain over visit to Trump
Tar Heels coach Roy Williams says he doesn't know whether he will take his team to the White House if extended an invitation, which he replied was a big "if."
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Revelers flood Chapel Hill streets after UNC win
Chapel Hill has seen its fair share of celebrations following big wins, and Monday night was no different, as fans young and old reveled in the streets after UNC's sixth NCAA championship.
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Few on late missed call: 'Just the way it goes'
Gonzaga coach Mark Few said he was in the dark that North Carolina's Kennedy Meeks had a hand out of bounds on a late scramble that ended in a jump ball ruling and gave the Tar Heels possession.
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UNC adds five-star Jalek Felton but has more holes to fill
Roy Williams loses some star power and two big men. With what the Tar Heels have coming in their recruiting class, UNC could take a step backwards.
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Tournament Challenge: North Carolina makes the most popular pick a winner
The Tar Heels were forecast to capture the national championship in more Tournament Challenge brackets than any other program.
Gonzaga
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Gonzaga won't be going anywhere with new faces and one-man recruiting class
The Bulldogs lose big man Przemek Karnowski, but they're likely to retain Nigel Williams-Goss, who should keep them on top of the WCC.
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Public backing Gonzaga in Vegas; $300K bet on UNC
UNC is still the favorite in the national championship game against Gonzaga, but the line has been shrinking since opening UNC -2 on Saturday night.
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Five worst bad beats of the 2017 NCAA tournament
There were some rough moments over the 2017 NCAA tournament for bettors. Here are the five bad beats that every bettor who had action will remember.
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ESPN picks: Experts leaning toward UNC in title game
Will Gonzaga cut down the nets for its first championship? Or will North Carolina cash in a shot at title-game redemption? Our team of broadcasters, analysts and reporters give their picks.
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What's at stake for UNC, Gonzaga?
North Carolina and Gonzaga arrive at the title game at fascinating yet unique moments in each program's history. A national championship - and so much more - is on the line.
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'Love and hate' helped bring Kennedy Meeks, Roy Williams to brink of title
It took almost four years for North Carolina senior Kennedy Meeks to realize why Roy Williams was so hard on him. And it was just in time.
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Meet the man who built Gonzaga and walked away
Mark Few will be the one coaching Gonzaga in Monday's title game. But it was Dan Monson who paved the way. He's along for the ride this week, recalling a ride nobody thought possible.
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North Carolina-Gonzaga about firsts, big men and bad ankles
North Carolina's veterans are back after losing in last season's title game. Gonzaga looks to make school history with a win. Here's all you need to know about Monday's NCAA tournament final.
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Matchups, rebounds and last-minute worries for Gonzaga and North Carolina
What should worry Roy Williams and Mark Few in Monday's title game? What's the biggest matchup? Can the Zags contain UNC on the glass? And, of course, who wins? Our writers have the answers.
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Tournament Challenge
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Men's Tournament Challenge
The tournament is over, and the North Carolina Tar Heels have been crowned champions. See how your bracket fared.
