Justin Jackson embraces pressure in Paige and Johnson's absence
Posted Nov 11, 2016
Coming off a successful first year at North Carolina, many expected Justin Jackson to build on that season and shoulder more of the scoring load. The junior did not have a breakout sophomore year. But now, after losing Marcus Paige and Brice Johnson, UNC needs him to step up. With the pressure on, Jackson is embracing the challenge.
(Daily Tar Heel)
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