Brice Johnson took his All-American talent and went to the NBA as Roy Williams’ 16th UNC-bred first round draft pick. Joel James took his game, his smile, and his gif/meme producing skills halfway across the world to Japan. Those gentlemen gave four great years to Chapel Hill. Their contributions will never be forgotten. In Brice’s case, his jersey will forever hang in the rafters In Chapel Hill.
Fortunately, the Heels return plenty of talent in the front court, and welcome a few new faces as well. Isaiah Hicks, Kennedy Meeks, and Luke Maye return this year, ready to improve on last season’s efforts.