Protocol Limits Walker Kessler, Puff Johnson in UNC Opener

Posted Nov 25, 2020
UNC freshmen Walker Kessler and Puff Johnson saw limited action in Wednesday’s 79-60 win against College of Charleston due to their recent stays in COVID-19 protocol, according to sources. The duo missed extensive practice time the last couple weeks. Kessler had six points and four rebounds in four minutes. Johnson had three points in three minutes. (Inside Carolina)

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