No. 10 Duke at No. 5 North Carolina: Who has the edge?

Posted Feb 7, 2012
Forward: Harrison Barnes, 6-8, Soph. vs. Austin Rivers, 6-5, Fr. The marquee matchup, assuming it comes to pass. Barnes' ankle is bothering him, but he said that he expects to play. Barnes' height advantage over Rivers will pose problems, but Rivers is Duke's most gifted offensive player, having won the ACC Freshman of the Week award six times. Edge: Even (Charlotte Observer)

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