The Top Ten Greatest Teams of Ever (UPDATED)

Rogers on Stars and Star Power

We succumb to off-season pressure and make a top ten list: the greatest of all time. (The teams, not the list.) Skip the criteria at the beginning at you own risk.

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Rogers v. Bones: Michael Jordan and Patrick Ewing

Should Pat Ewing Coach The Bobcats?

They are two absolute juggernauts in their field. No, not Jordan and Ewing... It's Rogers and Bones.

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Confessions From ACL Rehab

Life After "The Pop"

McDonald. Strickland. Shumpert. Rose. Rivera. We're lucky enough to have someone on staff currently going through a ACL rehab too. Unlucky for Rogers, it's him.

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Southpaws

Is Roy Williams On To Something?

With Marcus Paige and Nate Britt to assume Kendall Marshall's point guard position in the coming seasons, Roy has now signed three straight lefty PGs. Coincidence? We think not.

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The Flip Side of the Harrison Barnes Coin

The Black Falcon, The Professional

Tobben takes an evenhanded look at Barnes' NBA prognosis, including how his draft position could affect his production and why you might be surprised at his potential rookie season.

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Green Piece

Danny Green's Metamorphosis From NCAA Sixth Man To NBA Starter

DGreen's journey from being cut from the Cavaliers to starting for one of the best teams in the league. You read that right. Go Green.

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The Black Falcon

What's In A Name?

Tobben takes a cogent look at Harrison Barnes' highs and lows and the true meaning of a legacy. Will the Black Falcon live on? Should this site keep its namesake?

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Dr. Strangelove's Season Recap

Or: How I Learned To Stop Worrying And Just Love The Game

Rogers' much anticipated season-recap: was the 2012 season a success? Plus, a rational take on the trio's decision to go pro. Lastly, can fake movie titles lend a hand in finally realizing "what it's all about."

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NCAA March Madness: Short Stories

Chaos, Injuries, And That Feeling...

Rogers starts off a series of short stories and anecdotes related to The Big Dance. UPDATED: with Murphy's story on his High School bout with Chris Paul.

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When Bad Things Happen To Good People

What It's All About...

Rogers wonders about the correct spelling of an actual "sigh" and talks about what the Heels truly lost Sunday night. Also, the only movie that is acceptable for a grown man to cry over.

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Post-Wristpocalyptic Heels

Tobben With A Few Cogent Remarks On The Heels Future Hopes

Tobben tries to calm the kneejerk reactions of many fans with a look at Kendall Marshall's affect on the team both on and off the court. And, of course, The Black Falcon.

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Running ACC Tournament Blog: Day 4

More 'Observations' Than Jerry Seinfeld Can Handle

TheBlackFalcon.net's entire staff sinks their teeth into the Cocktail Party. And from the look of these posts, they have sunk their teeth into a few cocktails already...

Day 3: March 10th
Day 2: March 9th
Day 1: March 8th

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The "It" Factor

Whatever That Means...

Rogers speaks on the changing perception of a team's persona, and a run-in he had with a Tar Heel on Franklin Street Saturday night after the game.

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The View From Cameron Indoor

Donata Speaks On Her Experience Among The Cameron Crazies

How do we know there was at least one attractive female in the Cameron Crazies section on Saturday night? Because there was at least one UNC grad...

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Rogers Issues An Ultimatum

TBF.net's Chief Editor On The Carolina-Duke Game Saturday Night

Rogers talks about "blowing off steam" and makes a statement about the UNC Duke game that he hopefully won't regret. Just. Beat. Duke.

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Sheedography: A Look Back

Rogers breaks down 'Sheed's past (and future?) impact on Basketball

With Rasheed Wallace's recent rumblings of a return to the NBA, Rogers brings back his much acclaimed piece on the big man's career. Ball Don't Lie.

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Tobben's Three Thoughts

Duke Basketball and Personality Disorders

Tobben takes a look at Dukie Basketball and the DSM-IV. Who will fit the Narcissistic category?

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What You Maybe Didn't See On TV

Recap From The RBC  and Other Musings As The Season Winds Down

Rogers gives some insight on Tuesday's State/UNC game with his view from the stands. Could anyone else see Henson and Leslie trash-talking on the TV broadcast?

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Score One For The Little (Asian) Guy

Thomas on Jeremy Lin and The Whole "Race" Thing

Thomas opens his first feature piece on TBF with a passionate look at Jeremy Lin. Do the two have something in common?

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Duke-State: A Microcosm of Something

But What?

Rogers talks about one of the weirdest relationships in sports:
Duke and NC State. Why isn't this game a bigger deal locally?

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Is Tim Duncan Cool?

Can Someone Named "The Big Fundamental" Be Anything But Boring?

Rogers breaks down what it means to be "cool" and if Tim Duncan is any of those things. Why are most athletes cool? Is it cool to be talking about this? What could it possibly take to make that awkward looking guy, in the teaser-photo to the right, cool?

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Rogers Blows Off Steam

We're Still Not Sure Whether He's Serious Or Not

Chief-Editor Rogers says what every other Carolina fan is thinking. This is not for the faint of heart. Seriously. Click only if you have an enraged sense of humor.

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It's Carolina-Duke

Rogers Explains How You Can't Explain The Rivalry

Rogers shows up every other writer by putting the definitive spin on the Carolina-Duke Rivalry. What else even needs to be said? You decide.

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Why We (Still) Hate Duke

It's Too Easy...

Friedman takes a break from writing for TobaccoRoadBlues (owned by a Dukie) to elaborate on his hatred for Duke University. We remain suspicious.

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Portrait of a Young Heel in Durham

“City of Medicine, how funny is that?”

Murphy tells of his childhood battle against fan-ism while growing up in Durham on the frontline of the rivalry. Is Bull City really a Duke town?

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The Blue Devil

If a Tree Falls in the Forest, Can We Blame Duke Elitism?

With the Duke/UNC game drawing near, Senior Writer Tobben investigates the nature of the beast, with the written word as his only weapon.

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Hakeem Nicks is Playing in the Super Bowl

Hakeem Nicks is Playing in the Super Bowl

Yes, Hakeem Nicks is playing in the Super Bowl, and Rogers looks at his evolution into one of the best receivers in the world. Also, a minute-by-minute tracker of Nicks during the big game.

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Be Like Mike

His Airness himself graces TBF with his presence and reassures Bobcats fans about the future of the franchise

Staff Writer Murphy fulfills the childhood dream of an entire generation and tries on Michael Jordan’s Jumpmans only to find that they are a too big and uncomfortable.

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Finding UNC's "Interlude"

Tobben Continues His Quest For Improving the Dean Dome Crowd

Staff Writer John Tobben follows up on his suggestions for the Smith Center's student section. Is there another school which UNC should take it's cues from?

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Into The Wolves' Den

Rogers on his trip to the RBC Center

Rogers tells tales of his trip into the Royal Bank of Canada Center for Thursday night's Boston College vs. NC State ACC match-up. Was it worth it?

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Simpsons Did It

A slightly misguided comparison of The Simpsons and The ACC

Arrington breaks down each ACC member and their most likely Simpsons Character. Which one will be Homer Simpson?
Mr. Burns? Lisa? Flanders? Moe? Krusty the Clown?

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Cam Newton is NOW

Shalley on the most marketable pro athlete in North Carolina history

Shalley comments on Cam Newton's recent award as ESPN's "Next Athlete" and discusses the interaction between Newton, Wade and LeBron in TWC Arena.

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A Frame-by-Frame look at the Final Play in Rupp Arena

What Could Have Been...

Rogers and former player Thomas Thornton go through the closing seconds in Lexington step by step. What should have happened?

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Less Wine and Cheese, More Beer and Pizza

How to Fix the Atmosphere and Student Seating in the Dean Dome

Tobben breaks down the issues with the Smith Center's seating and makes some suggestions for the future...

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Rogers Explains Soccer (Le Beau Jeu)

If you only read one article about Soccer this year, make it this one.

Rogers discusses Soccer Guy, Anti-Soccer Guy and the Tar Heel's 2011 Title. Also, American's obesity and the use of a French phrase for no clear reason.

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The Problem with Austin Rivers' Problems

I can't believe I'm doing this...

TheBlackFalcon.net's chief editor worries that the problems with a problem are probably going to be problematic.

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Literary Heels

The 2012 Tar Heels meet their Shakespearian equivalent

Murphy strokes his English degree and explores the 2012 Tar Heels as  their literary foils from famous written works.

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Carrier Classic: The Questions No One's Asking

TBF.net explores some of the more interesting aspects of 11-11-11

Wind? Rain? Sun? Shooting Statistics? Air Balls? Coin Tosses? Ken Pomeroy? Nuclear War? Missiles? Humidity? Waves? Attendance? Contingency Plans?  Is this event really happening?

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The GottFather

NC State's Mark Gottfried is making recruits offers they can't refuse

Rogers discusses NC State's recent commitments from five-star recruits Rodney Purvis and T.J. Warren. Could the Wolf Pack be a Final Four threat in 2012-2013? What is Gottfried's best nickname?

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Sheedography: A Look Ahead

'Sheed' s future and his influence on the 2011 & 2012 Heels

John Tobben looks at Rasheed's Post-Basketball prospects. How has Wallace made his presence felt with the current Tar Heels? What will he do now? TV analyst? Businessman? Coach 'Sheed?!?

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Sheedography: A Look Back

Rogers breaks down 'Sheed's past (and future?) impact on Basketball

TheBlackFalcon.net takes a moment to remember recently retired Rasheed Wallace's brilliant career. What is 'Sheed's rightful place in UNC and NBA history? Ball Don't Lie.

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The Pit

Top 10: Most Awesome Moments in Tar Heel Basketball

We're launching The Pit with the Top 10 Awesome Tar Heel Moments of the last twenty years. The Pit will feature shorter, sometimes more colorful pieces. Starting at #10.....

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Random Stats and Stories: Tyler Hansbrough

Rogers checks out some interesting stats from Hansbrough's career. Which teams did he play best against? Did Hansbrough ever have a game when he didn't attempt a FT? What does Karl Hess have to do with this?

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Holy Aerographics Batman!

Tobben on the Heel's New 2012 Jerseys

TheBlackFalcon.net checks out the Heels new 2011-2012 Jerseys. What do the players think? Why do fans support some changes but denounce others? We'll take a stab at past and future alterations.

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The "Henson-Effect"

A look at John Henson's unique impact on the game

It’s a look of desperation. Or confusion. It’s hard to describe, but you know it when you see it. It’s the "Henson Effect" and it is not measurable in any statistic or formula. No box score can describe it.

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Barnes: PART 3

Harrison Barnes, Michael Jordan and.....Derek Jeter?

The final piece of a three part series on The Black Falcon. Will Barnes enter into the Pantheon of Tar Heel Greats? What does it take to become a special player? What can we expect in 2012?

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Barnes: PART 2

Harrison Barnes' Clutch-Shooting Statistics

Part three of the TBF.net series on Harrison Barnes. Was Harrison Barnes actually 'clutch' last season? Do the numbers back it up? An exclusive look at Harrison Barnes' clutch-shooting statistics.

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Barnes: PART 1

A closer look at The Black Falcon

Part one of TheBlackFalcon.net's series on Harrison Barnes. We take a closer look at The Black Falcon's freshman season and consider his mid-season renaissance from a different angle.

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