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Who are the five best wings in North Carolina Tar Heels basketball history?

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A general view of the logo on the court prior to the game between the North Carolina Tar Heels and the Western Carolina Catamounts at Dean E. Smith Center in Chapel Hill on Dec. 6, 2017.

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Jan 3, 2026; Dallas, Texas, USA; A view of the North Carolina Tar Heels logo on the shorts of forward Caleb Wilson (8) during the second half against the SMU Mustangs at Moody Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

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Mar 10, 1984; Greensboro, NC, USA; FILE PHOTO; North Carolina Tar Heels guard Michael Jordan (23) in action against Duke Blue Devils guard Tommy Amaker (4) during the ACC tournament at Greensboro Coliseum. Duke defeated North Carolina 77-75. Mandatory C...

Mar 10, 1984; Greensboro, NC, USA; FILE PHOTO; North Carolina Tar Heels guard Michael Jordan (23) in action against Duke Blue Devils guard Tommy Amaker (4) during the ACC tournament at Greensboro Coliseum. Duke defeated North Carolina 77-75. Mandatory Credit: Malcolm Emmons-USA TODAY Sports

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After ranking the top five point guards in North Carolina men’s basketball history, the focus now shifts to the best wings to play in Chapel Hill.

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