20 observations from UNC Basketball exhibition victory over USC

Posted Oct 11, 2026
Neo Avdalas had 11 points, 7 rebounds, and 4 assists as a do-everything player for the Tar Heels. Avdalas showed he can be a scorer, facilitator, and rebounder. With as much as he had the basketball in his hands, it's clear Avdalas has the trust of coach Michael Malone. UNC had a staggering 35-5 advantage in bench points and a 47-33 rebounding advantage. (MSN.com)

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