68 fearless college basketball predictions for the rest of the season

Posted Jan 2, 2018
14. Sterling Manley will be North Carolina’s starting center by the end of the season: He’s averaging 19.8 points and 16.2 rebounds per 40 minutes. Manley needs to get in better shape, but he’s the Tar Heels’ best center. 15. UNC wins the ACC: Yes, over Duke, and despite the loss to Wofford. If Manley gets more burn, the Tar Heels are the most complete team in the ACC. (NCAA.com)

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