College basketball preview: 3 things to know about UNC

Posted Nov 6, 2012
With little hesitation, North Carolina coach Roy Williams is entrusting freshman point guard Marcus Paige with the keys to the Tar Heels' fast-paced offense. Combo guard Dexter Strickland was Kendall Marshall's backup last season before injuring his right knee, and Strickland should fill a similar role as a senior. Gardner-Webb transfer Luke Davis could contribute as the 2012-13 version of Stilman White. (Fayetteville Observer)

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