Tar Heels in NBA: Caleb Wilson shows flashes, scores 16 in NBA debut
Posted Oct 22, 2026
Caleb Wilson’s NBA regular-season debut reminded everyone that the transition from college basketball to the pros won’t always be smooth, even for a rookie with his considerable talent. The former UNC Basketball star scored 16 points, missed seven of eight 3-point attempts and finished with a -45 in Chicago’s 135-92 loss Wednesday at Toronto.
(Tar Heel Tribune)
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