Tar Heels ready to start the Post-Hansbrough era

Posted Oct 28, 2009
No. 50 is gone, taking with him the determined style that made him the most decorated player in UNC's history. So too are Ty Lawson and Wayne Ellington, who helped the Tar Heels win their second national championship in five seasons. Although North Carolina has lost a lot of flashy, big-name talent, there's still enough left behind - namely along a deep front line - to keep the Tar Heels among the elite. (Blue Ridge Now)

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