Early Entries And UNC
Posted Apr 26, 2007
North Carolina has felt the sting of early entries into the NBA draft as much as any other basketball program. Freshman forward Brandan Wright became the 15th Tar Heel to turn pro before his eligibility was up with an announcement at the Smith Center on Monday afternoon. The following is a quick look at each of UNC's early departures and if their leaving was the right or wrong decision. ( -- Wilmington Star-News)
(Wilmington Star News)
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