This list contains only arrests and lawsuits. Not included on the list are many incidents that are simply swept under the rug such as Chesley Borders being suspended "for his behavior following a traffic incident" or Chris Hawkins being booted from the football team for beating up another player who was screwing his girlfriend.

Even the biggest UNC icons are guilty of unscrupulous behavior. Michael Jordan had a longtime extramarital affair and tried to keep her quiet by paying her off. He was also being investigated for gambling by the NBA and subsequently "retired" for two years. Rick Fox was caught cheating on his wife and cold-cocked Doug Christie on the way to the locker room after a game. King Rice left the bench during a game as an assistant coach, ran into the stands and tried to assault a fan. Marion Jones continues to deny using steroids although she is surrounded by family, coaches and associates who have been suspended and testified against her and is currently being investigated by the IOC. Julius Peppers was suspended by the NFL for steroid use. The list goes on and on.