UNC basketball stars on way out could lead to more talent coming in

Posted Jun 21, 2017
When the 2017 NBA Draft takes place on Thursday, players throughout college basketball — and the world — will realize their professional dreams. At least two will come from UNC. Tar Heels Justin Jackson, a junior, and Tony Bradley, a freshman, will be among the men to hear their names called. For the future of North Carolina basketball, that’s a good thing. (FanRag Sports)

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