As Johnson and Paige head into UNC rafters, Jackson continues making his case to join them

Posted Feb 19, 2017
Among the ways a player can get his jersey honored by UNC are by being named ACC Player of the Year or by being a first or second team All-American. For Justin Jackson, both of these avenues are still very much in play. With three out of UNC's final four games against fellow league heavyweights, he’ll have enough chances to wow voters for national honors as well. (Fayetteville Observer)

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