The Path That Led UNC's Kenny Williams to a Unique College Experience

Posted Mar 7, 2019
Kenny Williams grew up a huge Tar Heel fan, a team that featured players who went on to be NBA greats, like Michael Jordan, James Worthy, Bob McAdoo, Vince Carter and Rasheed Wallace, to name a few. So roughly one month following Shaka Smart’s departure from VCU, Williams announced his commitment to UNC. And the timing couldn’t have been better. (Sports Illustrated)

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