UNC's defense poised to lead the way

Posted Jul 21, 2017
Replacing eight starters on offense will lead to some early hiccups for the Tar Heels. UNC coach Larry Fedora is well aware of what he lost on that side of the ball, prompting him to admit that UNC will have to lean on it's defense early in the season as the offense irons issues that come with inexperience. UNC as a defensive team was strange to hear from Fedora. (Carolina Blue)

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