Summary
The North Carolina Tar Heels will face off against the VCU Rams in the NCAA Tournament, but they will be missing Caleb Wilson due to an injury. Wilson, a standout freshman, recently earned a prestigious honor despite not being able to play in the tournament. He is expected to be a top pick in the upcoming NBA draft.
Key Facts
- North Carolina Tar Heels are the No. 6 seed in the NCAA Tournament.
- They will play against the No. 11 seed VCU Rams.
- Caleb Wilson, a freshman player, is unable to play due to a wrist and thumb injury.
- Wilson received the AP Second Team All-American honors.
- His jersey will hang in the Dean E. Smith Center, joining 53 other UNC players.
- Wilson averaged 19.8 points, 9.4 rebounds, and 2.7 assists per game this season.
- He is projected to be a top pick in the NBA draft.
- The game against VCU is scheduled for 6:50 p.m. ET on Thursday.
