March 28, 1981: North Carolina beats Virginia in a 2-1 matchup 78-65 to advance to the national title game. UNC had been swept by Virginia in two regular-season meetings, including a one-point loss at home. But they went to a 1-3-1 zone to slow down AP Player of the Year Ralph Sampson, and it worked. He had just 11 points, 9 rebounds, and 3 blocks. (WRAL Sports Fan)
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