Quentin Thomas just needed the confidence to excel

Posted Mar 26, 2008

Quentin Thomas' biggest obstacle hasn't been talent, it was confidence. But after starting nine games in place of Lawson, he finally has it. Clearly Lawson is one of the best point guards in the country when he's healthy, but in his absence, Thomas became a dependable starter. Now, with Lawson almost fully recovered from his ankle injury and Thomas much improved, the Heels have two. (ESPN.com)

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