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Vasco Evtimov, 41, is set to graduate in May with a communications degree. "It's really interesting learning about different ideas and how to set up young individuals coming out of college, what to expect when they get a job," he said his major. "Really prepares you for it. And it's really interesting for me."

We sat down with Vasco Evtimov to talk about his favorite Dean Smith memory and more

By Chapel Fowler

On Monday, the Daily Tar Heel profiled former UNC basketball player Vasco Evtimov. Here are some extra stories from that wide-ranging, exclusive 30-minute interview.

UNC guard Leaky Black (1) dunks during the game against NC State in PNC Arena Tuesday, Jan. 8, 2019. UNC defeated NC State 90-82.

How the absence of Leaky Black might affect the UNC-Duke game

Guard Kenny Williams (24) celebrates after drawing an offensive foul against Duke on March 3 in Cameron Indoor Stadium.

Starter breakdown: Kenny Williams is UNC's emotional leader against Duke

UNC first-year guard Coby White (2) shoots against Virgina on Monday, Feb. 11, 2019 in the Smith Center. White scored 17 points.

Starter breakdown: Coby White will be crucial against Duke

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Antawn Jamison visits The Daily Tar Heel office on Tuesday, Jan. 29, 2019.

We sat down with Antawn Jamison to talk about the significance of UNC-Duke rivalry

By Chris Hilburn-Trenkle

On Jan. 29, The Daily Tar Heel interviewed former UNC men’s basketball player Antawn Jamison regarding the significance of the UNC-Duke rivalry. Jamison was the unanimous 1998 National College Basketball Player of the Year and his No. 33 jersey was retired in 2000.

Sophomore forward Garrison Brooks (15) takes a shot during UNC's 113-96 win at the Smith Center on Tuesday, Feb. 5, 2019.

Starter breakdown: How Garrison Brooks fits into the UNC-Duke matchup

By Ryan Wilcox

Not enough has been said about sophomore big man Garrison Brooks. Here's a look at the starter's strengths and weaknesses headed into Wednesday's game.

UNC grad student and guard Cameron Johnson (13) goes up for a layup during Saturday's win against Gonzaga. UNC won 32 to 103-90.

Starter Breakdown: Cameron Johnson will need to shoot well against Duke

By Holt McKeithan

Check out the strengths, weaknesses and expectations for UNC guard Cameron Johnson as the team enters rivalry week.

UNC forward Luke Maye (32) shoots over Stanford forward Jaiden Delaire (11) in the Dean Smith Center on Monday, Nov. 12, 2018. UNC won 90-72.

Starter breakdown: Luke Maye faces off against athletic Duke frontcourt

By Chris Hilburn-Trenkle

We broke down Luke Maye's strengths, weaknesses and aspects to watch for ahead of Wednesday's game against Duke.

Forward Nassir Little (5) shoots the ball during the men's basketball game vs. Virginia Tech at the Smith Center on Monday, Jan. 21, 2019. The Tar Heels won 103-82.

Breaking down the play of first-year forward Nassir Little this season

By Parth Upadhyaya

Nassir Little didn’t think his NBA dreams could come to fruition until two summers ago, when he attended the 2017 Adidas Eurocamp in Treviso, Italy.

UNC senior guard Kenny Williams (24) shoots a three-pointer against Miami on Saturday, Feb. 9, 2019 in the Smith Center. UNC men's basketball defeated Miami 88-85 in overtime.

Here's a look at the Tar Heels' strengths ahead of their matchup with No. 2 Duke

By Holt McKeithan

Here's a look at the Tar Heels' biggest strengths ahead of Wednesday's game versus Duke.

UNC power forward Garrison Brooks (15) screams in the excitement following his slam dunk against Wofford in their first game of the season. UNC won 78-67 in the Richardson Indoor Stadium, Spartanburg, SC on Nov. 6, 2018.

X-factor: Garrison Brooks will be key for UNC basketball against Duke

By Brian Keyes

Here's what it'll take from the UNC team to come away with a victory against Duke this week.

Former UNC guard Charlie Scott stands next to Dean Smith. Photo courtesy of UNC Department of Athletics.

The history of the UNC-Duke rivalry, from its origins to now

By Jack Frederick

Over time, the UNC-Duke rivalry has been among one of the best in any sport. And it all started with two families who couldn't get along.

UNC graduate guard Cameron Johnson (13) evades Virginia Tech sophomore guard Nickeil Alexander-Walker (4) to make a pass at the Smith Center on Monday, Jan. 21, 2019. The Tar Heels won the game 103-82.

UNC's identity this season? Here are five games to paint that picture so far.

By Chapel Fowler

Ahead of UNC’s showdown with Duke, here are five key games from the season — ones that best reflect who the Tar Heels are, and who they are not.

Our sports editors predict the UNC-Duke game on Wednesday night

By Chris Hilburn-Trenkle , Jack Frederick , Holt McKeithan and Ryan Wilcox

Chris, Holt, Jack and Ryan weigh UNC's chances in its upcoming game against Duke on Wednesday.

No. 4 Virginia took down the No. 8 North Carolina men's basketball team in the Smith Center, 69-61, on Monday night.

What's UNC's biggest weakness going into the first Duke game of the season?

By Ryan Wilcox

For all its strengths, UNC's men's basketball team also has some worrying weaknesses.

Wake Forest sophomore guard Chaundee Brown (23) attempts to block UNC first-year forward Nassir Little (5) during No. 8 UNC's 95-57 win over Wake Forest on Saturday, Feb. 16, 2019 at Lawrence Joel Veterans Memorial Coliseum.

Here's how bench play could drive UNC against Duke

By Brennan Doherty

When No. 8 North Carolina travels to Durham to face No. 2 Duke on Thursday, don’t expect either team to depend on their reserves too much.

Here are our top five UNC men's basketball wins over Duke in the rivalry's history

By Chris Hilburn-Trenkle

As UNC and Duke enter rivalry week and their 249th face-off, here are some of the most iconic matchups in the duo's history.

Vasco Evtimov, 41, left UNC for a professional career in 1999 after just 38 games. The 6-foot-10 former McDonald's All-American played in 10 countries before returning to North Carolina to complete his degree.

How a promise to Dean Smith brought former basketball player Vasco Evtimov back to UNC

By Chapel Fowler

Vasco Evtimov was born in Sofia, Bulgaria, and lived there until he was 12. Then came four years in France. He moved to the United States for high school basketball, playing at Long Island Lutheran in New York. North Carolina recruited him heavily, and Evtimov, a 1996 McDonald’s All American, saw a program and a coach that fit. Evtimov's story doesn't stop there. Read about how his journey landed him right back at UNC.

Graduate guard Cam Johnson (13) dunks in No. 8 UNC's 95-57 win over Wake Forest on Saturday, Feb. 16, 2019 at Lawrence Joel Veterans Memorial Coliseum. Johnson scored 27 points for the Tar Heels.

Cameron Johnson leads Tar Heels in near-perfect performance at Wake Forest

By Ryan Wilcox

Cameron Johnson played himself into rarified air. The graduate guard sank his first eight shots en route to a game-high 27 points on 10-13 from the field and 7-10 from 3-point range, and played a first half that, if it weren’t for a lone turnover, could be called perfect.

UNC first-year forward Nassir Little (5) dives to recover the ball in No. 8 UNC's 95-57 win over Wake Forest on Saturday, Feb. 16, 2019 at Lawrence Joel Veterans Memorial Coliseum.

UNC avoids trap game between Duke and Virginia, dominates Wake Forest, 95-57

By Holt McKeithan

Between a loss to Virginia Monday night and an away date with Duke on Wednesday, it could have been dismissed as human nature for the No. 8 North Carolina men’s basketball team to overlook Wake Forest Saturday afternoon.

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We sat down with Vasco Evtimov to talk about his favorite Dean Smith memory and more

How the absence of Leaky Black might affect the UNC-Duke game

Starter breakdown: Kenny Williams is UNC's emotional leader against Duke

Starter breakdown: Coby White will be crucial against Duke

Men's basketball

We sat down with Antawn Jamison to talk about the significance of UNC-Duke rivalry

Starter breakdown: How Garrison Brooks fits into the UNC-Duke matchup

Starter Breakdown: Cameron Johnson will need to shoot well against Duke

Starter breakdown: Luke Maye faces off against athletic Duke frontcourt

Breaking down the play of first-year forward Nassir Little this season

Here's a look at the Tar Heels' strengths ahead of their matchup with No. 2 Duke

X-factor: Garrison Brooks will be key for UNC basketball against Duke

The history of the UNC-Duke rivalry, from its origins to now

UNC's identity this season? Here are five games to paint that picture so far.

Our sports editors predict the UNC-Duke game on Wednesday night

What's UNC's biggest weakness going into the first Duke game of the season?

Here's how bench play could drive UNC against Duke

Here are our top five UNC men's basketball wins over Duke in the rivalry's history

How a promise to Dean Smith brought former basketball player Vasco Evtimov back to UNC

Cameron Johnson leads Tar Heels in near-perfect performance at Wake Forest

UNC avoids trap game between Duke and Virginia, dominates Wake Forest, 95-57

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