Puff Johnson Among Top College Basketball Breakout Candidates

Posted Sep 21, 2022
America caught a glimpse of what Puff Johnson was capable of in last season’s national title game, as he tallied 11 points and six rebounds against Kansas. The 6-8 forward oozes potential and should allow Hubert Davis to expand his bench. Johnson has the talent to be a key third piece in UNC's frontcourt alongside Armando Bacot and Pete Nance. (College Hoops Today)

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