Tar Heels in NBA: Cam Johnson scores 32; Coby White solid; Playing time spotty for rookies

Posted Oct 19, 2024
During an NBA preseason without many outstanding Tar Heel performances, Cameron Johnson had a memorable conclusion to the exhibition season. The preseason included some big games from Coby White and spotty playing time for rookies. Johnson scored a point a minute in Brooklyn’s 116-112 loss Friday to Toronto, scoring 32 points in 32 minutes. (Tar Heel Tribune)

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