Five Things to Watch as UNC Tips Off Battle 4 Atlantis vs. Alabama

Posted Nov 27, 2019
North Carolina begins its run of three games in three days in the Bahamas on Wednesday (2:30 p.m., ESPN) vs. Alabama and first-year coach Nate Oats. According to KenPom.com, the Tar Heels (4-0) have an 81 percent chance of victory over the Crimson Tide (3-1) as they begin the Battle 4 Atlantis. Here’s what to watch for: 1. Defending the Arc. (Sports Illustrated)

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