How Former UNC Basketball Players Performed in the NBA Bubble

Posted Aug 15, 2020
UNC's Bubble MVP: Cameron Johnson, Phoenix Suns - The Suns sneaked into the bubble after posting a 26-39 record before the stoppage of play. Despite low expectations, they were the only team to record a perfect record, going 8-0 and nearly making the playoffs. Johnson was a big factor in his team's success. The rookie averaged 13.3 points and 9.4 rebounds. (Inside Carolina)

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