Chansky’s Notebook: Portal Pressure

Posted Mar 23, 2021
Although Roy Williams is a double low-post coach, he has adjusted to his talent. Tyler Zeller ran the court, shot from anywhere, earned ACC Player of the Year, and was a first-round NBA draft pick. Luke Maye barely played as a freshman before becoming a star. Walker Kessler didn’t want to see who was staying or going or what adjustments Roy would make. (Chapelboro.com)

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