Been a UK fan all of my 37 years. This was probably one of the best games I've ever watched. This was the definition of college basketball! Truly could've gone either way!
So glad UNC and Kentucky renued their playing each other as of next year. Have been a UNC fan my whole life, finally going to school there next year. I respect Kentucky so much. Two legendary programs with so much respect.
KU fan here...Kentucky and Carolina were by far the best two teams this year. UNC's unfortunate injuries put us in the right place. Their knock down shooters were lost and most importantly, the college game's most prolific point guard. They still could have beaten the rebuilt KU team handily.The ultimate match would have been a healthy UNC V. UK in the final. But that is how it goes sometimes.I hated watching Cuse in 2003 beat KU in Roy's final year when we were without Simien.
despite that fact you guys beat us - i like your rationale. KU, UK, UNC, IU, DK, UCLA are the college basketball blue bloods - have respect for each other. Each team has its own legends and tradition to it.
I'm a born and raised my whole life Kentucky Wildcat fan, 54 years old now, so let's just say I've seen UK & UNC go at it a bunch of times over the years. Rarely ever in my lifetime, no matter if the game has been in Rupp Arena, the Dean Dome, on a neutral site during the regular season, or in the NCAA Tournament have these two programs met that the game isn't a slug fest from start to finish. This game was no exception, and that's the way as a fan you expect it to be among two of the elite, blue blood programs of college basketball. GO CATS!!
One of the best regular season NCAA games in the last 20 years - and almost certainly would have been the championship game that season if not for the Marshall injury. That's not a shot against Kansas either - UNC and UK were just on another level that season. Just look at these rosters.
walterlv01 they had another great game in December 2016 when Kentucky won 103-100 then they had that unbelievable game in the Elite Eight later that same season
UNC would've won the championship. Losing by 1 on the road off a crazy block = winning on a neutral court, especially taking into account the revenge factor.
I remember watching this game like it was yesterday. I was hype the entire week leading up to the showdown, and it did not disappoint. All time classic..,
Agreed. I'm a UK fan and I remember the final eight minutes or so of this game. I was on my feet in front of the TV the entire time. That Davis block of Henson's shot was incredible. Always a good game when playing against UNC (as you'd certainly know) and this one was awesome.
***** Overrated but won the championship that year, makes sense lol. Keep hating, UK is still one of college basketball's elite programs while IU is a mediocre team that celebrates Sweet 16s.
Your sorry ass Whoosiers? made rings for making the Sweet 16 that year, and a display to commemorate a regular season win against UK. How pathetic. I wouldn't talk if I was a Whoosiers? fan, your school has been in trouble more recently than UK. I guess Kelvin Sampson doesn't ring a bell. But then again, that's what haters do. They make shit up without any solid proof.
We don’t win it all with out D. Miller. Miller was the senior leader our guys needed to come off the bench & make big plays in big games. One of the all time greatest KY Mr. Basketball to go on to win a title for Kentucky.
@@jamedlock83 youre not understanding what he’s saying. every good team has their stars, but every great team has the xfactors, the Rodmans, the darius millers, the draymond greens
Talking trash aside, I respect UNC more than any other program. I think UK and UNC are the greatest programs of all time. I wish Marshal had not gotten hurt because it would have been an epic title game for sure. Good luck this year, cant wait to play you in December. Should be a helluva game bro.
This. I am thrilled. No matter what anyone says, Kentucky and UNC are THE top 2 programs of all time. They are equals in my eyes. I have always respected UNC basketball and their fans more than any other school by far. Awesome you are getting to go to UNC, I am at Kentucky now. Its AWESOME. Our teams may be a little down this year, but next year we will both be top 5 teams without a doubt. Who knows, both could still make some noise this year. Good luck to you all the rest of the way.
Yeah it would have been great, thats for sure. I was hoping that would go down. If Marshal had been healthy it would have. I actually dont believe that stuff about UNC either, I was just defending my school lol Its amazing what we will do to take up for teams. Like I said, I respect UNC more than ANY other school and I wholeheartedly mean that. Good luck to you guys for the rest of the year. Should be tough come March. We start playing again next year in the regular season again.
@@calebwagner8116 Can't look at it like that. Both teams got better as the season went on. I could say UK would've won in 2014 and 2015 if not for injuries, but it's obviously opinion based.
Caleb Wagner that’s not necessarily true. Kentucky improves over the season and would have clapped Carolina in the tournament. No one was stopping UK in the tournament that season.
Caleb Wagner And funnily enough, Carolina choked when it mattered. Kentucky did not. And don’t complain about injuries, that was a stacked UNC team and could have won without. Kentucky’s also just a better program all time, and no one was stopping them in 2012.
Same to you about being polite. I just REALLY respect UNC more than any other opposing school, fans included. I agree about people bashing Cal are just being petty. Anyways I hope everything gets straightened out with the academic thing without basketball having to suffer anything. Good luck to you all this year. We will be back on each others schedule after this coming year thank God. UK and UNC should play, they are THE top 2 programs in basketball now and all time.
IMO they are the top 2 programs of all time. UNC has probably had better known players in college and the pros but not by much. Kentucky has more titles and wins. UNC has more final fours. They are the bluest of the blue bloods. I think ranking them in order would be 1a. UK, 1b UNC, 3. UCLA, 4. KU, 5. Duke, 6. Louisville, and 7. Indiana. Those are the top programs of all time, with UK and UNC at the top. Good luck this year, should be another classic Kentucky vs UNC matchup like this game
Thank the Lord for Davis. Cals a great guy with a big heart but a sorry bench coach. The '12 champs were all coaches on the floor with a dagger instinct. I was 24 when the 96 team won w Rick. Cal better person. Rick better coach. From 2010 til 2019 we big blue fans should be sitting on at least two more titles.
As I said to someone else, I consider UK 1A and UNC 1B in the top program of all time debate. We are pretty much equal all things considered. I respect the heck out of UNC and root for them if they are not playing us. I have never hated UNC like I have Duke, U of L, Kansas, Indiana and so on. You know why? Because I see so many similarities in our programs.
i know there are 11 pros in this game. By far the best two teams last season. too bad UNC had injuries at the end of the year. it would have been an amazing title game.
Oh I am quite certain that it would have been an EPIC game between the 2 best teams and 2 best programs. My point though was that with the advantages you had in the first game and still lost, and the way we got SO much better from that game would indicate a probable UK win. But we dont know. I really do wish that would have happened, us playing I mean. It would have been a great game without a doubt. No one would blow the other team out.
Other than the fact that North Carolina will host Kentucky this year (won 75-73 in 2010), They will likely face Louisville in Uncasville, CT (Nov, 2013). Last time both coaches faced off, UNC won 83-73 in a virtual home game in Charlotte (2008 - East Region Elite 8).
Scott Worley hey pompous ass, Kentucky leads North Carolina in nearly every category, and leads the series 10-8 since 2000. Your Heels are inferior all time, face it. Kentucky is THE college basketball team.
Damn, these 2 teams at full strength were HARDCORE, nobody this year would be in their league, the only exception I would make would be for Lousville and if so they would still be below these guys. Damn shame UNC lost all their starters after that year but NO DOUBT had Davis and Kidd-Gil stayed in school for another year UK would of DOMINATED and probably repeated.
I agree with you on that last sentence...but I just explained how an overall record means more than a head to head record, IDC what sport it's in..and 22-13 isn't all that much when you consider both of these basketball teams have been playing for over 100 years...Somebody in the comments said UNC was better ALL-TIME than UK because of their 22-13 vs. UK and that's just not true...there are many more things to factor in this type of debate...Championships, winning %, overall wins/records, ect..
From an eye test, you guys had the length to match Kentucky particularly on the inside. Kansas just happened to have luck after two tournament exits (2010, 2011) against potent opponents (UNI, VCU). We hope to face off against you guys in the Hall of Fame Tip-Off title game.
The games between UNC and UK are always so great, regardless of who wins. Of course, being a UK fan, I love to see the Cats win...but no hate towards UNC. :)
I had to watch an old game to be reminded that Kentucky was really good. Unlike the 2020 2021 season . I say burn all film from 2020-2021 season. Looking forward to 2021-2022.
it’s frustrating how far Cal and mitch barnhardt have let the basketball program fall before becoming motivated again. Cal seems to have finally pulled his head out of his ass regarding his roster approach. It’s just sad it took a 9-16 season for him to realize it.
right time. We would have been at LEAST a 7 point favorite, which is HUGE for a title game. Again yes UNC COULD have won, but considering all of the advantages you had in the first game and how our teams improved throughout the year its easy to see why UK would have been the heavy favorite. Plus whenever UK plays their is no neutral floor. Our fans outnumber others in neutral court games by a very wide margin.
I am a die hard UK fan but I cant believe they didnt call a walk on Teague at the very end. Watching it live I was amazed they didnt see it. Granted UNC would have only had less than a second or so to score but still lol I think not only were the UNC players stunned by the Davis block, I think the refs were too lol
Dude, going from High school to college against a veteran and supremely talented team is such an extreme difference that I am not sure how you could even question that. Yeah players used to go out of high school into the NBA, but how many actually made an impact in their first 5 games? Lebron James, thats it. Yeah Davis and them would have went straight to the NBA but that is based on POTENTIAL. None of them would have pulled a Lebron and made an impact in the first 5 games, or the year
Actually, we beat Indiana in the Sweet Sixteen, and we beat Vanderbilt twice in the regular season, so we've beaten all the teams we've faced at least once.
I got a ticket to this game for 100 bucks. I was broke at time, shouldnt have spent it, had no food or gas for a week.I had to go though cause I knew it was going to be a 1 point game, I thought UK would win cause it was at home but wassnt 4sure. Im so glad i spent that money cause it was the greatest game that I had gone too. I wish UK and UofL would play either DUKE or UNC every year. It would be great to get a real Kentucky vs North Carolina rivalry going every year.
That is what the Vegas odds would have been if UK and UNC met, UK would be 7 point favorites. UNC WOULD have had the best chance at beating us, there is no denying that. But AGAIN our team was so dominate that any team was going to be an underdog. We had 2 to 1 odds that we would win the title before the tournament starts. Thats UNBELIEVABLE odds for a college basketball team against the field in an NCAA tournament single elimination tournament.
You realize all those classes for UNC are top 10 or top 5 classes, right? That's still a lot of talent. Roy had the #2 class in 2009 and ended up in the NIT as well. Both coaches have had #2 classes and went to NIT. What makes Williams any better? Both would have made the dance had their player not gotten injured.
Actually we got...Archie Goodwin, Alex Poythress, Nerlens Noel, Will Cauley..all top 40 recruits out of high school this year and three of the four are top 15..If (and we should) get Anthony Bennett that will make 4 top 15 recruits and 3 of which are in the top 10 and including the # 1 overall recruit. Plus, we'll have Ryan Harrow (A transfer from NC State who was a 5 star recruit out of high school) and a Sophomore Kyle Wiltjer. Yeah, UK reloaded..what has UNC done recruiting wise ? I'll wait.
Have you ever wondered what you were doing during this time. I'd give anything to watch a video of me during this time. I can't remember but I was probably smoking weed and hammered at Georgetown College. Lol good times. Can't wait for UK to be #1 again. It will be soon!
This should've been the national championship game...hate that Marshall got hurt cause this UNC team had it all. Kentucky was more talented by a slight edge tho. Would've been a great game
You guys keep complaining about the "one and done" players who leave NCAA after just one year, but just take a look from the player's perspective, if you're sure that you would be able the get drafted in a good position, why would you still stay in college to "hone your skills" when at the same time you're increasing your chances of getting injured?
UNC lost by 33 to FSU last year and yet they think they could have beaten us, one of the greatest and most dominate teams of all time. UK was a THOUSAND times better by the end of the season. UNC stayed the same as this game. We must forgive them though, they have no show fake classes and dont learn anything while we ACTUALLY go to class and learn.
... no other school has openings like that every year. About his system. His first year he ran an inside out game for Cousins and Wall. The 2nd year he changed to the dribble handoff/pick and roll or pop for Knight who was a great shooting point guard. This year it was pick and roll with the dribble drive and flex cuts. He tweaks for players strengths. Most coaches have a system they stick with regardless. Example is Bo Ryan of Wisconsin or Rick Pitino.
This is easily the best game I’ve ever been to, when Davis blocked that last shot, 10 year old me started high fiving and hugging random people. Just one of those special moments I was lucky to be at
two of the most historic programs in history...next year's match-up will be interesting that's for sure! I hate that Kentucky gets all of the top recruits, but give UNC a year or two and they will be right at the top. Can't say I care for the one and done system, but if it works, it works.
Otávio Ferreira there’s really know way to know because of how COVID-19 is affecting tickets to sporting events rn. It’s easy to get tickets to a game though. I usually go to at least 1 game a year because I love 2 and a half hours away from Rupp arena.
Kidd-Gilchrist the mvp of this game tbh. UNC was killing Kentucky on the glass except for MKG and he fueled their second half run with his work around the basket on both ends.
I WAS THERE!!!!!! when henson got the ball and was basically wide open for a potential game winning shot at the end of the game I SHIT MY PANTS cause i thought he was gonna make it then DAVIS blocks it and I am happy as can be with the other 27000+ in rupp. anyone else experience that lol.
against a UNC team that had ALREADY played together for OVER a year and NONE of the UNC players were freshman or raw. They KNEW how to play with each other already. UNC still did not beat a UK team full of freshman in there 5th game ever. Kevin Durant and Derrick Rose came in as freshman playing with VETERAN players around them. The UK team did not have that. They were ALL young without experience. If UNC could not beat them THEN, how could they beat them at the end of the year?
Man this was a great UNC team. McAdoo, Bullock and Hairston off the bench! Would have loved to see a finals rematch of this game! Epic Final! Then Marshall goes down with the broken wrist,...sad day
It seems like he has gotten progressively worse lol Thats not really fair because he had way to much hype coming into college, just like Barnes. I cant wait for our game in December. We should always play each other. The top 2 programs of all time going head to head. You guys could certainly beat us in Chapel Hill and make some serious noise in March. Good luck.
Exactly. UK won the title. One was a buzzer beater to a sweet 16 team in our players first ever away game. Plus its not so much that it was Butler, it was because of HOW badly the beat up on UNC. Up by 30 at one point. That should NEVER happen to UNC. About rank, UK is widely considered the greatest program of all time. Personally I think its UK 1a and UNC 1b.
We lost by seven and this is THIS year. Last year that Duke team beat you in Chapel Hill. Way to leave that out. Duke is ranked 2nd THIS year. It was our players second game ever in college. No shame in that loss. Its not so bad that you lost to Butler, its BAD when they are up by 30 points! You are UNC, that should NEVER happen.
Uh yeah look at the results. 4 straight number 1 classes, 2 straight final fours, national championship, 2 of the last 3 top draft picks, 5 guys drafted in the first round for the first time. I would say its pretty legit. At UK they get to start, play on national tv more than any other school, most passionate fan base. They play with a coach who DOES NOT hold them back and changes his offense to accomadate players strengths instead of playin the same system like most coaches do
UK fans have to admit that UNC play pretty well if you factor in that we went to San Diego, than back home, than back to Vegas, than back to Kentucky. UK is the toughest place to play, and we only lost by 1. That's about as good of a loss as you'll get.
Stop Arguing. They are both Top 10 programs with outstanding coaches and have had some of the best players in NCAA and NBA. history. Well UNC edges out a little bit more.
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Been a UK fan all of my 37 years. This was probably one of the best games I've ever watched. This was the definition of college basketball! Truly could've gone either way!
Yep if Kendall Marshall hadn't gone down after this game, kentucky would've met this same carolina team in the championship game.
So glad UNC and Kentucky renued their playing each other as of next year. Have been a UNC fan my whole life, finally going to school there next year. I respect Kentucky so much. Two legendary programs with so much respect.
you mean UNCheat???????
Should of seen that comin lol
@@jamedlock83 bro its been 10 years
Based on the grammar in this post it’s impossible u r going to unc…ever. Ijs.
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KU fan here...Kentucky and Carolina were by far the best two teams this year. UNC's unfortunate injuries put us in the right place. Their knock down shooters were lost and most importantly, the college game's most prolific point guard. They still could have beaten the rebuilt KU team handily.The ultimate match would have been a healthy UNC V. UK in the final. But that is how it goes sometimes.I hated watching Cuse in 2003 beat KU in Roy's final year when we were without Simien.
despite that fact you guys beat us - i like your rationale. KU, UK, UNC, IU, DK, UCLA are the college basketball blue bloods - have respect for each other. Each team has its own legends and tradition to it.
This game was huge. I teared up when Davis made the block. This is the kentucky basketball I miss.
I'm a born and raised my whole life Kentucky Wildcat fan, 54 years old now, so let's just say I've seen UK & UNC go at it a bunch of times over the years. Rarely ever in my lifetime, no matter if the game has been in Rupp Arena, the Dean Dome, on a neutral site during the regular season, or in the NCAA Tournament have these two programs met that the game isn't a slug fest from start to finish. This game was no exception, and that's the way as a fan you expect it to be among two of the elite, blue blood programs of college basketball. GO CATS!!
Love watching this era of college hoops, it’s all I watch lately
One of the best regular season NCAA games in the last 20 years - and almost certainly would have been the championship game that season if not for the Marshall injury. That's not a shot against Kansas either - UNC and UK were just on another level that season. Just look at these rosters.
I totally agree. And what a wonderful final that would have made - two classic programs at the top of their game.
walterlv01 they had another great game in December 2016 when Kentucky won 103-100 then they had that unbelievable game in the Elite Eight later that same season
You havent seen the Duke UNC game two months later in February. 2012 when Austin Rivers hit that shot
@@kinglord318 and you apparently didn't see the complete beat down that UNC put on Duke, on senior night two weeks later!
UNC would've won the championship. Losing by 1 on the road off a crazy block = winning on a neutral court, especially taking into account the revenge factor.
I remember watching this game like it was yesterday. I was hype the entire week leading up to the showdown, and it did not disappoint. All time classic..,
AMAZING game..still remember it like it was yesterday. UK and UNC ARE COLLEGE BASKETBALL !! Goodness, I love college basketball. GO UK !!
Agreed. I'm a UK fan and I remember the final eight minutes or so of this game. I was on my feet in front of the TV the entire time. That Davis block of Henson's shot was incredible. Always a good game when playing against UNC (as you'd certainly know) and this one was awesome.
The best team UK ever had, these dudes didn't back down from anybody.
They were great, but the 96 Kentucky team is the best Kentucky team ever.
***** Overrated but won the championship that year, makes sense lol. Keep hating, UK is still one of college basketball's elite programs while IU is a mediocre team that celebrates Sweet 16s.
Your sorry ass Whoosiers? made rings for making the Sweet 16 that year, and a display to commemorate a regular season win against UK. How pathetic. I wouldn't talk if I was a Whoosiers? fan, your school has been in trouble more recently than UK. I guess Kelvin Sampson doesn't ring a bell. But then again, that's what haters do. They make shit up without any solid proof.
juarez.gooden nah. 96 UK is the best and one of the top 5 cbb teams of all time. 2012 UK is probably one of the best of the 2000’s though.
A game for the ages. Battle between two teams who define the Sport. #8 Feels so Great! Go Big Blue!
This was a high level/pro game. This is one of the best college basketball games I have seen. I have been attending UK games since I was 5.
We don’t win it all with out D. Miller. Miller was the senior leader our guys needed to come off the bench & make big plays in big games. One of the all time greatest KY Mr. Basketball to go on to win a title for Kentucky.
You know nothing about sports. . . One person does NOT cause a team to win or lose. . It takes the entire team
@@jamedlock83 youre not understanding what he’s saying. every good team has their stars, but every great team has the xfactors, the Rodmans, the darius millers, the draymond greens
I blame Creighton for denying us a UNC/UK rematch
What did they do
@@thatguynamedluke7207 injured Kendall Marshall he missed the rest of the tournament
What an absolute clash of the titans here. Coming from a Duke fan, these were probably the 2 best teams in the country.
Dean Smith is widely regarded as the biggest choker in college basketball history. he had the most talent every year and consistently underachieved.
Talking trash aside, I respect UNC more than any other program. I think UK and UNC are the greatest programs of all time. I wish Marshal had not gotten hurt because it would have been an epic title game for sure. Good luck this year, cant wait to play you in December. Should be a helluva game bro.
This. I am thrilled. No matter what anyone says, Kentucky and UNC are THE top 2 programs of all time. They are equals in my eyes. I have always respected UNC basketball and their fans more than any other school by far. Awesome you are getting to go to UNC, I am at Kentucky now. Its AWESOME. Our teams may be a little down this year, but next year we will both be top 5 teams without a doubt. Who knows, both could still make some noise this year. Good luck to you all the rest of the way.
I've been watching all these UK games from 2012 and it's kind of bittersweet... would love to see those guys play together again. ALUMNI GAME???
im a die hard kentucky fan but i really respect north carolina they have classy fans no doubt about it they r one of the best in the sport
Yeah it would have been great, thats for sure. I was hoping that would go down. If Marshal had been healthy it would have. I actually dont believe that stuff about UNC either, I was just defending my school lol Its amazing what we will do to take up for teams. Like I said, I respect UNC more than ANY other school and I wholeheartedly mean that. Good luck to you guys for the rest of the year. Should be tough come March. We start playing again next year in the regular season again.
this game will be watched for years ...
Jones was a beast in this game,he definitely should be a top 10 pick over Robinson or Drummond
This is best college game I have seen in years..would have been a great final
UNC would've won the rematch with a healthy Marshall. Losing by 1 on the road off a crazy block = winning on a neutral court.
@@calebwagner8116 Can't look at it like that. Both teams got better as the season went on. I could say UK would've won in 2014 and 2015 if not for injuries, but it's obviously opinion based.
Caleb Wagner that’s not necessarily true. Kentucky improves over the season and would have clapped Carolina in the tournament. No one was stopping UK in the tournament that season.
"Kentucky improves over the season" wow, brilliant argument. You know, so does Carolina, funnily enough.
Caleb Wagner And funnily enough, Carolina choked when it mattered. Kentucky did not. And don’t complain about injuries, that was a stacked UNC team and could have won without. Kentucky’s also just a better program all time, and no one was stopping them in 2012.
Same to you about being polite. I just REALLY respect UNC more than any other opposing school, fans included. I agree about people bashing Cal are just being petty. Anyways I hope everything gets straightened out with the academic thing without basketball having to suffer anything. Good luck to you all this year. We will be back on each others schedule after this coming year thank God. UK and UNC should play, they are THE top 2 programs in basketball now and all time.
IMO they are the top 2 programs of all time. UNC has probably had better known players in college and the pros but not by much. Kentucky has more titles and wins. UNC has more final fours. They are the bluest of the blue bloods. I think ranking them in order would be 1a. UK, 1b UNC, 3. UCLA, 4. KU, 5. Duke, 6. Louisville, and 7. Indiana. Those are the top programs of all time, with UK and UNC at the top. Good luck this year, should be another classic Kentucky vs UNC matchup like this game
Im a HUGE TAR HEEL FAN and although they lost this game it was still a great game and i love watching it VERY NICE POST!
Thank the Lord for Davis. Cals a great guy with a big heart but a sorry bench coach. The '12 champs were all coaches on the floor with a dagger instinct. I was 24 when the 96 team won w Rick. Cal better person. Rick better coach. From 2010 til 2019 we big blue fans should be sitting on at least two more titles.
As I said to someone else, I consider UK 1A and UNC 1B in the top program of all time debate. We are pretty much equal all things considered. I respect the heck out of UNC and root for them if they are not playing us. I have never hated UNC like I have Duke, U of L, Kansas, Indiana and so on. You know why? Because I see so many similarities in our programs.
so many NBA players in this game
But none that play anywhere near the level that Anthony Davis plays at with New Orleans.
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i know there are 11 pros in this game. By far the best two teams last season. too bad UNC had injuries at the end of the year. it would have been an amazing title game.
Oh I am quite certain that it would have been an EPIC game between the 2 best teams and 2 best programs. My point though was that with the advantages you had in the first game and still lost, and the way we got SO much better from that game would indicate a probable UK win. But we dont know. I really do wish that would have happened, us playing I mean. It would have been a great game without a doubt. No one would blow the other team out.
Other than the fact that North Carolina will host Kentucky this year (won 75-73 in 2010), They will likely face Louisville in Uncasville, CT (Nov, 2013). Last time both coaches faced off, UNC won 83-73 in a virtual home game in Charlotte (2008 - East Region Elite 8).
This game brought me such joy! Davis!!!!!
I guess the 2017 elite 8 game brought you to tears then. Go Heels!
Scott Worley hey pompous ass, Kentucky leads North Carolina in nearly every category, and leads the series 10-8 since 2000. Your Heels are inferior all time, face it. Kentucky is THE college basketball team.
Damn, these 2 teams at full strength were HARDCORE, nobody this year would be in their league, the only exception I would make would be for Lousville and if so they would still be below these guys. Damn shame UNC lost all their starters after that year but NO DOUBT had Davis and Kidd-Gil stayed in school for another year UK would of DOMINATED and probably repeated.
I agree with you on that last sentence...but I just explained how an overall record means more than a head to head record, IDC what sport it's in..and 22-13 isn't all that much when you consider both of these basketball teams have been playing for over 100 years...Somebody in the comments said UNC was better ALL-TIME than UK because of their 22-13 vs. UK and that's just not true...there are many more things to factor in this type of debate...Championships, winning %, overall wins/records, ect..
In the opening montage, what game was that backboard camera shot that bounced around and went in?
I can't believe the 3 point shooting of UNC. And we still win. Wow!!
From an eye test, you guys had the length to match Kentucky particularly on the inside. Kansas just happened to have luck after two tournament exits (2010, 2011) against potent opponents (UNI, VCU). We hope to face off against you guys in the Hall of Fame Tip-Off title game.
Best game of the 2011-12 season by any team in the NCAA.
Almost looks like a March Madness game!!
BEST game of the 2011-2012 season, period. Epic in every way.
The games between UNC and UK are always so great, regardless of who wins. Of course, being a UK fan, I love to see the Cats win...but no hate towards UNC. :)
Thanks for this! one of the best games this past season
I had to watch an old game to be reminded that Kentucky was really good. Unlike the 2020 2021 season . I say burn all film from 2020-2021 season. Looking forward to 2021-2022.
it’s frustrating how far Cal and mitch barnhardt have let the basketball program fall before becoming motivated again.
Cal seems to have finally pulled his head out of his ass regarding his roster approach. It’s just sad it took a 9-16 season for him to realize it.
right time. We would have been at LEAST a 7 point favorite, which is HUGE for a title game. Again yes UNC COULD have won, but considering all of the advantages you had in the first game and how our teams improved throughout the year its easy to see why UK would have been the heavy favorite. Plus whenever UK plays their is no neutral floor. Our fans outnumber others in neutral court games by a very wide margin.
I am a die hard UK fan but I cant believe they didnt call a walk on Teague at the very end. Watching it live I was amazed they didnt see it. Granted UNC would have only had less than a second or so to score but still lol I think not only were the UNC players stunned by the Davis block, I think the refs were too lol
Dude, going from High school to college against a veteran and supremely talented team is such an extreme difference that I am not sure how you could even question that. Yeah players used to go out of high school into the NBA, but how many actually made an impact in their first 5 games? Lebron James, thats it. Yeah Davis and them would have went straight to the NBA but that is based on POTENTIAL. None of them would have pulled a Lebron and made an impact in the first 5 games, or the year
Actually, we beat Indiana in the Sweet Sixteen, and we beat Vanderbilt twice in the regular season, so we've beaten all the teams we've faced at least once.
All smack talk aside. Two class programs that played a great game. Go Cats!
I got a ticket to this game for 100 bucks. I was broke at time, shouldnt have spent it, had no food or gas for a week.I had to go though cause I knew it was going to be a 1 point game, I thought UK would win cause it was at home but wassnt 4sure. Im so glad i spent that money cause it was the greatest game that I had gone too.
I wish UK and UofL would play either DUKE or UNC every year. It would be great to get a real Kentucky vs North Carolina rivalry going every year.
That is what the Vegas odds would have been if UK and UNC met, UK would be 7 point favorites. UNC WOULD have had the best chance at beating us, there is no denying that. But AGAIN our team was so dominate that any team was going to be an underdog. We had 2 to 1 odds that we would win the title before the tournament starts. Thats UNBELIEVABLE odds for a college basketball team against the field in an NCAA tournament single elimination tournament.
Amazing game. I have the utmost respect for the UNC program. Great game.
You realize all those classes for UNC are top 10 or top 5 classes, right? That's still a lot of talent. Roy had the #2 class in 2009 and ended up in the NIT as well. Both coaches have had #2 classes and went to NIT. What makes Williams any better? Both would have made the dance had their player not gotten injured.
That block though. Pure beauty
As a Heels fan, great game. Not the ending I wanted, but great game nonetheless.
Actually we got...Archie Goodwin, Alex Poythress, Nerlens Noel, Will Cauley..all top 40 recruits out of high school this year and three of the four are top 15..If (and we should) get Anthony Bennett that will make 4 top 15 recruits and 3 of which are in the top 10 and including the # 1 overall recruit. Plus, we'll have Ryan Harrow (A transfer from NC State who was a 5 star recruit out of high school) and a Sophomore Kyle Wiltjer. Yeah, UK reloaded..what has UNC done recruiting wise ? I'll wait.
Have you ever wondered what you were doing during this time. I'd give anything to watch a video of me during this time. I can't remember but I was probably smoking weed and hammered at Georgetown College. Lol good times. Can't wait for UK to be #1 again. It will be soon!
This should've been the national championship game...hate that Marshall got hurt cause this UNC team had it all. Kentucky was more talented by a slight edge tho. Would've been a great game
On the bright side, after watching UNC get thrashed AGAIN tonight against Indiana, I think you guys can still make the final four. The NIT final four!
This game proved that the tallest team isn't always gonna have the advantage. UNC had the size, but UK (notable size themselves) was quicker.
You guys keep complaining about the "one and done" players who leave NCAA after just one year, but just take a look from the player's perspective, if you're sure that you would be able the get drafted in a good position, why would you still stay in college to "hone your skills" when at the same time you're increasing your chances of getting injured?
UNC lost by 33 to FSU last year and yet they think they could have beaten us, one of the greatest and most dominate teams of all time. UK was a THOUSAND times better by the end of the season. UNC stayed the same as this game. We must forgive them though, they have no show fake classes and dont learn anything while we ACTUALLY go to class and learn.
We gone be playing them this year again #BBN baby GO BIG BLUE
in a lot of UK games under Cal, when i rewatch I can just skip the first 20 seconds of every offensive possession and not miss anything
Wow, Kentucky was winning for 70% of this game, and then UNC just took it away from them at the end!
Great stuff keep them coming. Do you have Duke @ North Carolina???
... no other school has openings like that every year. About his system. His first year he ran an inside out game for Cousins and Wall. The 2nd year he changed to the dribble handoff/pick and roll or pop for Knight who was a great shooting point guard. This year it was pick and roll with the dribble drive and flex cuts. He tweaks for players strengths. Most coaches have a system they stick with regardless. Example is Bo Ryan of Wisconsin or Rick Pitino.
Man he was right when he said someone on this court will have the last points in N.O. Later this year
Ive looked for this game everywhere online, I fucking love you for uploading it.
This is easily the best game I’ve ever been to, when Davis blocked that last shot, 10 year old me started high fiving and hugging random people. Just one of those special moments I was lucky to be at
two of the most historic programs in history...next year's match-up will be interesting that's for sure! I hate that Kentucky gets all of the top recruits, but give UNC a year or two and they will be right at the top. Can't say I care for the one and done system, but if it works, it works.
These too teams were freaking stacked ! Macadoo,Barnes,Hairston ,zeller,Marshall ,Strickland. ,Henson ! Davis ,tueuge, miller,lamb ,mkg,
Mid- court seats in the lower bowl at Rupp for this game great memories 😍
I'm from Brazil, and in my bucket list one of the items is "Kentucky - Rupp Arena"
How many years I have to wait to get a ticket?
Otávio Ferreira there’s really know way to know because of how COVID-19 is affecting tickets to sporting events rn. It’s easy to get tickets to a game though. I usually go to at least 1 game a year because I love 2 and a half hours away from Rupp arena.
Agreed. I would've loved to had play you all again.
Amazing game...best game of the year by far
Kidd-Gilchrist the mvp of this game tbh. UNC was killing Kentucky on the glass except for MKG and he fueled their second half run with his work around the basket on both ends.
I WAS THERE!!!!!! when henson got the ball and was basically wide open for a potential game winning shot at the end of the game I SHIT MY PANTS cause i thought he was gonna make it then DAVIS blocks it and I am happy as can be with the other 27000+ in rupp. anyone else experience that lol.
against a UNC team that had ALREADY played together for OVER a year and NONE of the UNC players were freshman or raw. They KNEW how to play with each other already. UNC still did not beat a UK team full of freshman in there 5th game ever. Kevin Durant and Derrick Rose came in as freshman playing with VETERAN players around them. The UK team did not have that. They were ALL young without experience. If UNC could not beat them THEN, how could they beat them at the end of the year?
Man this was a great UNC team. McAdoo, Bullock and Hairston off the bench! Would have loved to see a finals rematch of this game! Epic Final! Then Marshall goes down with the broken wrist,...sad day
I wasn't talking about UNC. Of course UNC's produced tons of pros. And MJ would've succeeded no matter where he went. He was that talented.
This goes to show you how great a team UNC was this season. To go into that environment and lose by a point. If we had only met on a neutral court....
I agree 110% with everything you said there...you speak the truth !!
I wish they were playing next year. Hopefully they will meet in the toury
Harrison's hissy fit at the end will never get old.
Because Henson should have pass the ball to him! He was wide open
Props to UK for being so dominant defensively in the title. Wow.
Was at this game. Won tickets at work for being a regular United Way donor.
What a block.
It seems like he has gotten progressively worse lol Thats not really fair because he had way to much hype coming into college, just like Barnes. I cant wait for our game in December. We should always play each other. The top 2 programs of all time going head to head. You guys could certainly beat us in Chapel Hill and make some serious noise in March. Good luck.
Exactly. UK won the title. One was a buzzer beater to a sweet 16 team in our players first ever away game. Plus its not so much that it was Butler, it was because of HOW badly the beat up on UNC. Up by 30 at one point. That should NEVER happen to UNC. About rank, UK is widely considered the greatest program of all time. Personally I think its UK 1a and UNC 1b.
We lost by seven and this is THIS year. Last year that Duke team beat you in Chapel Hill. Way to leave that out. Duke is ranked 2nd THIS year. It was our players second game ever in college. No shame in that loss. Its not so bad that you lost to Butler, its BAD when they are up by 30 points! You are UNC, that should NEVER happen.
Uh yeah look at the results. 4 straight number 1 classes, 2 straight final fours, national championship, 2 of the last 3 top draft picks, 5 guys drafted in the first round for the first time. I would say its pretty legit. At UK they get to start, play on national tv more than any other school, most passionate fan base. They play with a coach who DOES NOT hold them back and changes his offense to accomadate players strengths instead of playin the same system like most coaches do
best overall team in UK history.
and the best nba player from these two teams is Anthony Davis his production is soaring right now
UK fans have to admit that UNC play pretty well if you factor in that we went to San Diego, than back home, than back to Vegas, than back to Kentucky. UK is the toughest place to play, and we only lost by 1. That's about as good of a loss as you'll get.
Some people need to lay off the "HATERade."
Go Big Blue. All Cats Everything. Gr8ness.
THIS WAS A FANTASTIC GAME.
wow, Kidd-Gilchrist has not always had the terribly broken jumpshot he has now! He seemed to have at least decent form here...
yeah i don’t know what happened when he got to the league. I think charlotte brought in a specialist to work with him and somehow they made it worse.
Stop Arguing. They are both Top 10 programs with outstanding coaches and have had some of the best players in NCAA and NBA. history. Well UNC edges out a little bit more.
I dislike UK, but this was a good game and fun to watch. Too bad Marshall got hurt. Heels up.