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UNC Basketball Legend Larry Miller Dies at 79

5/20/2025

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Larry Miller, the iconic UNC basketball player, has left us at the age of 79. Renowned for his fierce spirit, he guided the Tar Heels to the NCAA Final Four in 1968 and secured two ACC tournament titles. His legacy endures, cherished by teammates and fans who remember his profound impact on Carolina basketball.

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Larry Miller, the iconic UNC basketball player, has left us at the age of 79. Renowned for his fierce spirit, he guided the Tar Heels to the NCAA Final Four in 1968 and secured two ACC tournament titles. His legacy endures, cherished by teammates and fans who remember his profound impact on Carolina basketball.