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UNC Basketball: Wolfpack vs. Tar Heels game preview

By Brandon Griffin

Jan 3, 2017; Clemson, SC, USA; North Carolina Tar Heels guard Joel Berry II (2) drives to the basket while being defended by Clemson Tigers forward Donte Grantham (15) during the second half at Littlejohn Coliseum. Tar Heels won 89-86 in overtime. Mandatory Credit: Joshua S. Kelly-USA TODAY Sports
Jan 3, 2017; Clemson, SC, USA; North Carolina Tar Heels guard Joel Berry II (2) drives to the basket while being defended by Clemson Tigers forward Donte Grantham (15) during the second half at Littlejohn Coliseum. Tar Heels won 89-86 in overtime. Mandatory Credit: Joshua S. Kelly-USA TODAY Sports /
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Jan 3, 2017; Clemson, SC, USA; North Carolina Tar Heels head coach Roy Williams reacts during the second half against the Clemson Tigers at Littlejohn Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Joshua S. Kelly-USA TODAY Sports
Jan 3, 2017; Clemson, SC, USA; North Carolina Tar Heels head coach Roy Williams reacts during the second half against the Clemson Tigers at Littlejohn Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Joshua S. Kelly-USA TODAY Sports /

There are two big variables to this game. One is whether Pinson will play. If he does, Smith could be in for the worst game of his career. If he doesn’t Smith could shoot for a quadruple double.

The second thing is the potential snow. With a forecast of 6-8 inches, there is a chance the home crowd may be a little sparse for the Tar Heels. The Dean Dome isn’t known for its raucousness but still. Though at the same time, snow could mean fewer alum, more students and a lack of any away presence.

Final Score: 88-84 UNC over NC State. The Tar Heels are undefeated at home this year and stay that way after Saturday. The ACC is tough  and deep this season, so any win is a good win, even if it is a close one against a lesser rival.

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