Video: Brady Manek, R.J. Davis Post-Appalachian State Press Conferences

Posted Dec 21, 2021
North Carolina defeated Appalachian State, 70-50, on Tuesday night at the Smith Center. The Tar Heels were led by Armando Bacot’s 16 points and 10 rebounds. Brady Manek also had a double-double with 11 points and 11 rebounds. R.J. Davis added 15 points while Caleb Love scored 11 points. Here is what Davis and Manek had to say after the game. (Tar Heel Illustrated)

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