Looking to get back on track, the Tar Heels will welcome Georgia Tech to the Dean Smith Center on Saturday afternoon.
Riding a three-game losing streak, the UNC basketball program looks to end the skid as they host Georgia Tech to begin ACC play on Saturday afternoon at the Dean Smith Center.
While Georgia Tech shouldn't be overlooked, the Tar Heels need to make the most of this opportunity as they get a small taste of conference action before wrapping up the calendar year against non-conference foes.
The question remains: can North Carolina put together a full 40-minute effort that takes away some of the criticism that the team has received over the last few weeks and gives the fans some hope?
RJ Davis (Gr. Guard) - 18.4 points, 4.0 rebounds, 4.4 assists
Seth Trimble (Jr. Guard) - 15.6 points, 4.0 rebounds, 1.8 assists
Elliot Cadeau (So. Guard) - 12.8 points, 3.5 rebounds, 5.6 assists
Lance Terry (Sr. Guard) - 14.6 points, 2.6 rebounds, 1.4 assists
Javian McCollum (Sr. Guard) - 12.8 points, 3.6 rebounds, 3.4 assists
Baye Ndongo (So. Forward) - 12.8 points, 7.4 rebounds, 1.3 assists
While we know the Tar Heels identity is to get out and run, the important factor is what are they going to do in half-court situations?
Georgia Tech doesn't nearly possess the size that other opponents (such as Alabama) previously had, as this would be a solid opportunity to run some sets that feature the big men.
Correct me if I'm wrong, but I can't recall a single play in which a big was posted up and was provided with a pass on the block.
Maybe the Tar Heels can try and help the guards out by seeing if any of the bigs on the roster can draw some attention from opposing defenses.
This should be a focal point as the Tar Heels try to find a half-court offensive identity.
Georgia Tech will again be without Javian McCollum, a senior guard who suffered a concussion on November 23.
In the Yellow Jackets most recent contest, a 76-61 loss to Oklahoma, head coach Damon Stoudamire essentially relied on a seven man rotation. Will this be the case against the Tar Heels, and, if so, can the UNC basketball program get out and run to the point where Georgia Tech can't keep up?