The Top 100 UNC Basketball Players: 41-50

Posted Jul 15, 2024
47. Ed Cota - No one did it with any more style or grace than Ed Cota– his vision, creativity, and handle are unrivaled in UNC Basketball history. He also led his teams to three Final Fours as a primary point guard, a feat equaled only by Dick Grubar in Carolina history. Third all-time in assists in NCAA history, Cota amassed some huge statistical numbers. (Inside Carolina)

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