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Kennedy Meeks to return to UNC for senior season

Kennedy Meeks, a junior forward on the North Carolina men's basketball team, will return to the Tar Heels for his senior season, the team announced Wednesday.

During the 2015-16 season, Meeks started 28 games while averaging 9.2 points and 5.9 rebounds per game. He played a key role in UNC's NCAA Tournament run, averaging 13.3 points and 6.7 rebounds in games against Indiana, Notre Dame and Syracuse.

"I’m thankful I had the chance to explore my draft options, but I’m excited about the opportunity to rejoin my teammates and work toward having another outstanding season at UNC,” Meeks said in a press release.