We need answers: why is Jonathan Powell's playing time taking a massive hit?

The loss to Stanford serves as another instance where it made no sense as to why Powell wasn't utilized more.

Dec 30, 2025; Chapel Hill, North Carolina, USA; North Carolina Tar Heels forward Jonathan Powell (11) on the court in the second half at Dean E. Smith Center. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-Imagn Images | Bob Donnan-Imagn ImagesOf the 1000000 things that make no sense, the playing time of Jonathan Powell is close to the top of them for the UNC basketball program.

When Seth Trimble went down due to injury, Powell was one of the guys who benefitted from additional minutes that became available.

In the 9 games that Trimble was sidelined, Powell averaged double-digit minutes played, playing…