Grad transfers Keeling, Pierce bolster UNC’s scoring punch

Posted Oct 2, 2019
Christian Keeling and Justin Pierce can’t take long to adapt to new roles as grad transfers at UNC. That’s because the Tar Heels need immediate help after losing their top five scorers. And while freshman Cole Anthony figures to take a leading role at the point, Keeling and Pierce each boast roughly 90 games of experience at the mid-major level. (Associated Press)

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