Jae'Lyn Withers Thrives In Victory vs. Former Team

Posted Jan 18, 2024
Jae'Lyn Withers said UNC assistant Sean May talked with him most about his reunion with his old squad leading up to the game. "I need a big game from you,” May told him. In his first game against his former team, Withers recorded a double-double with 15 points, his most at Carolina, and a season-high 10 rebounds in an 86-70 win for the Tar Heels. (Inside Carolina)

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