Roy Williams defends Harrison Barnes

Posted Dec 1, 2010
UNC freshman Harrison Barnes had another tough shooting night during his team's 79-67 loss at No. 20 Illinois, making only 2 of 9 shots for 8 points. Barnes is now 27-for-80 over his first seven college contests. After the game, coach Roy Williams defended the top incoming recruit in the country – and spoke out about some of the criticism the player has been receiving. (Raleigh News & Observer)

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