Tar Heels In the NBA Update

Posted Feb 18, 2013
Harrison Barnes, Golden State Warriors: As a member of Team Shaq (O'Neal) in the BBVA Rising Stars Challenge, Barnes recorded 12 points, but Team Shaq was bested by Team Chuck (Barkley), 163-135. Tyler Hansbrough, Indiana Pacers: With 19 points (tying his season high) and 10 rebounds, Hansbrough earned his second double-double of the season versus the Charlotte Bobcats. (GoHeels.com)

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