Early expectations can lead to disappointment for young stars

Posted Aug 17, 2010
Former Sickles High center John Henson entered his senior year as the No. 3 overall rated prospect in the nation. Last summer, he arrived on the campus of UNC as the Tar Heels' top prospect. If he decides to leave early, he's projected as a first-round pick in several mock NBA drafts in 2011. "That's one thing you have to stay away from," Henson said. "You don't want to focus on anything but winning." (Tampa Tribune)

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