Kenny Williams’ injury gives Theo Pinson bigger chance to shine

Posted Feb 16, 2017
Before Theo Pinson’s preseason injury, many expected him to be North Carolina's starter at the two spot. But even when he returned, Pinson came off the bench...until Kenny Williams got hurt. “When you come off the bench, you’ve got to feed off the energy and bring the energy,” said Pinson, who got his ninth career start. (Raleigh & Company)

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