UNC-UNCP: Board Work in Progress

Posted Nov 4, 2016
Roy Williams has made a habit of reminding his Tar Heels that Brice Johnson will not be emerging from the locker room to provide a rebounding presence this season. If Friday’s 124-63 exhibition win over UNC Pembroke is any indication, his message has yet to sink in. UNC Pembroke pulled down 16 offensive rebounds in the first half and 30 offensive rebounds in total. (Inside Carolina)

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