UNC Showcases Lineups, Big & Small

Posted Nov 3, 2018
Roy Williams sticking with his traditional preference of two big men starting in Friday’s 107-64 exhibition win over Mount Olive was a certain lock. More interesting, was the Hall of Fame head coach’s decision to switch to a small lineup with his first substitution less than five minutes into the game. If Friday night was any indication, small ball is alive and well for the Tar Heels. (Inside Carolina)

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