North Carolina’s most obvious flaw a season ago was its frontcourt play. Enter Henri Veesaar, a 7-footer who was awesome at Arizona last season. Offensively, he’s far more effective both as a finisher at the rim and short-roll playmaker. This was the most important piece to get right, and UNC nailed it. Next was retooling the backcourt around Seth Trimble. (Sports Illustrated) Freshman Derek Dixon brings sharpshooting, intense point-guard mentality to UNC
UNC Basketball practices have been intense, and freshman Derek Dixon wouldn’t have it any other way. Since arriving on campus, the 6-5 guard has been.
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