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Tar Heels Adjust without Freshman Star Wilson
North Carolina relies on faster play and bench scoring after freshman Caleb Wilson fractured his left hand, missing key games during the Tar Heels' recent wins, coach said.
- On Saturday, North Carolina adapted after Caleb Wilson suffered a left-hand fracture in Tuesday's loss at Miami, sidelining him for an undetermined period.
- Facing depleted frontcourt depth, Coach Hubert Davis instructed the Tar Heels to go faster after Veesaar's illness and injury.
- Jarin Stevenson and Zayden High contributed by scoring 19 and 15 points as the Tar Heels scored 16 fast-break points and guard Derek Dixon added seven assists and rebounds.
- Next up is Tuesday night's rivalry game at N.C. State as the Tar Heels adapt without Wilson; guard Seth Trimble said it's no time to pout and teammates must push through.
- Even off the court, Wilson stayed engaged by dribbling and shooting with his right hand, and Davis said his presence still provides positive impact and encouragement.
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Tar Heels adjust without freshman star Wilson
North Carolina will need to learn to play without freshman sensation Caleb Wilson for an undetermined period of time, but coach Hubert Davis said Wilson’s impact will remain high.
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