We know it’s too early to reach conclusions, the games not yet totaling double figures for each ACC team. Still, if looked at with an open mind, stats nevertheless tell much about a player or team, revealing trends, strengths and weaknesses.
So it was as December dawned.
Last year Duke, despite plenty of unseasoned players, did an admirable job of sharing the ball amongst its players. Only Virginia and Virginia Tech were more proficient at distributing assists. Other than Miami, no ACC club of 5 invited to compete in the NCAAs advanced farther than the Blue Devils.