Art’s Angle: Going Small

Posted Dec 4, 2023
How does a college basketball team go from 14 points down in the second half to 14 up, sealing an important 78-70 victory in its ACC opener? By turning to a three-guard small lineup and a full-court press, which the Tar Heels haven’t done much since Hubert Davis became the head coach. It was North Carolina's third come-from-behind victory of the season. (Chapelboro.com)

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