P.J. Hairston eager to put UNC troubles in past

Posted Jun 8, 2014
P.J. Hairston met with the Boston Celtics at the NBA draft combine and could be a candidate for their 17th overall pick as the organization seeks a legitimate shooting guard. But Hairston is going to face more scrutiny than other potential draftees. Teams are wary of players who experienced trouble in college, especially run-ins with the law. (Boston Globe)

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