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Joe Boozell | NCAA.com | January 17, 2017

Michael Jordan congratulates Roy Williams on 800th win

There’s nothing quite like Carolina pride.

UNC head coach Roy Williams won his 800th college basketball game on Monday night with an 85-68 triumph over Syracuse. Williams likely received a high number of congratulatory gestures – reaching 800 wins is a special milestone – but perhaps none were more noteworthy than Michael Jordan’s.

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The Tar Heel legend gifted Williams signed, custom Jordans for the accomplishment, and they’re absolutely dazzling. Take a look:

Williams also received this customized jersey from the school:

Jordan attended last year’s national championship game against Villanova, and his North Carolina ties are clearly strong. Congratulations to Coach Williams on the feat.

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