As Ian Jackson's Next Phase Arrives, The Mental Side Is His Focus

Posted Oct 9, 2024
There are 18 years and 813 games of NBA experience on the UNC coaching staff, including Hubert Davis, who amassed a 12-year career as one of the best sharpshooters in the league. Ian Jackson’s longevity among the nation’s best recruits make him a prime candidate to enter the 2025 NBA Draft, just the tip of the iceberg for his pro aspirations. (Tar Heel Illustrated)

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