Lawson taking over for Tar Heels at right time
Posted Feb 18, 2009
While most preseason talk about UNC focused on the return of reigning national player of the year Tyler Hansbrough, Ty Lawson has proven to be the third-ranked Tar Heels' most valuable and irreplaceable player. When he plays well, North Carolina has been difficult to beat. And it's no coincidence his two worst performances this year coincided with the Tar Heels' 0-2 start in ACC play.
(WRAL Sports Fan)
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