Tar Heels Host N.C. State On Saturday: Pre-Game Notes Posted Jan 25, 2018 UNC men's basketball hosts NC State on Saturday at the Dean E. Smith Center. The 1967-69 Tar Heels are holding a reunion to celebrate the 50th anniversary of their historic championship run, and will be honored at halftime. UNC's coaches and staff are wearing Jordan Brand shoes on behalf of the American Cancer Society. The Tar Heels lead the series, 155-77. (GoHeels.com)