Candid Coaches: Which college basketball team will be the best in the country this season?

Posted Aug 29, 2022
1. North Carolina - 37%: "Their returning core gives them an edge over the other teams. I also think the addition of Pete Nance and the development of Puff Johnson will help them. One of the freshmen, Tyler Nickel, is an absolute monster and could make a difference this year as well. They have all the pieces to replicate their run from last March." (CBS Sports)

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