Armando Bacot Named to Naismith Award Midseason Team

Posted Feb 11, 2022
UNC junior forward Armando Bacot garnered another midseason honor Thursday, as the Naismith Award named him to its 30-man 2022 Midseason Team. The Naismith Award is one of the most prestigious honors in college basketball, and recognizes the National Player of the Year. Bacot's 18 double-doubles this season are tied for second in the country. (Chapelboro.com)

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