A look back: 1977 Final Four

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A look back: 1977 Final Four

A look back at the 1977 Final Four in Atlanta.

The games were held at The Omni in Atlanta, which was later torn down and replaced by Philips Arena.

Marquette's Butch Lee (left) was named the tourney MVP. He was later drafted by the Atlanta Hawks.

Jerry Tarkanian coached UNLV into the Final Four. (File photo)

The legendary Dean Smith coached North Carolina and led the Tar Heels to a win over UNLV before losing to Marquette in the championship game.

Al McGuire (middle) coached Marquette to the national title, beating North Carolina 76-59 on March 28, 1977 in Atlanta.

Marquette coach Al McGuire argues with officials before it was ruled that a last-second shot gave his team a win over North Carolina Charlotte in a semifinal.

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The games were held at The Omni in Atlanta, which was later torn down and replaced by Philips Arena.

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