The Jigsaw Man fills in the missing pieces for NCAA contenders

Posted Jan 27, 2009
We knew coming into the season defense would again be a question for this team. Well, even though the Tar Heels' defensive numbers are pretty good, they are still missing their best defender, senior forward Marcus Ginyard, who may not play at all this season because of the broken foot he suffered in October. Obviously, this team has plenty of scorers. They are one really good glue guy away from being near-invincible. (Sports Illustrated)

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