Conference Power Rankings: ACC, January 16

Posted Jan 16, 2012
3. North Carolina: The 33-point loss at FSU on Saturday was the worst in the Roy Williams era -- embarrassing and unacceptable for a team considered a Final Four favorite. The Tar Heels must show more mental toughness on the road. They must get more from their bench. And they need a lot more from ACC Preseason Player of the Year Harrison Barnes, who is 7-of-25 his last two games. (ESPN.com)

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