Hubert Davis wants Tar Heels to be 'fastest team in the country'

Posted Oct 4, 2024
With veteran guards and quick players throughout the lineup, Coach Hubert Davis’ fourth UNC team will play faster and push for good shots and transition buckets. How fast? If the offensive team fails to get the ball over halfcourt within three seconds during practice, it's declared a turnover. Friday’s Media Day practice started with fast-break drills. (Tar Heel Tribune)

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