Veesaar's Rise: UNC's New Star

0:00This is Corey with Durham News Today, powered by the Daily News Now. On ReVsar, transformed from a bench player at Arizona into a star for North Carolina. The 7-foot center earned all ACC's second team honors this season. He ranks second in the conference for double doubles, field goal percentage, and revounds, while sitting 10th and scoring. Vsar stands alone nationally with 50 dunks and 30 made 3-pointers, plus he leaves the ACC in defensive impact. At Arizona over three years, he saw limited minutes with no double doubles. UNC coaches use analytics, shot charts, and film to see his potential in size, smarts, and shooting. They pitched a bigger role during his visit, showing exactly how he'd fit and improve, which sealed his transfer. Vsar grew up learning adaptability from his parents, who pushed him to try everything and finished strong. He built instant chemistry with teammate Caleb Wilson and workouts and practices. Together they dominated the front court, averaging over 16 points and 9 rebounds each in

1:04games they shared. Wilson's season ending injury changes everything for the Tar Heels. Vsar now shoulders more rebounding and ball-sharing duties. Without Wilson's athleticism for isolations, the team shifts to better movement to avoid getting stuck. The number. Nineteen Tar Heels tip off ACC tournament quarterfinals, Thursday at 9.30pm. Vsar's ability to step up could carry them deep into March madness. The Daily News Now is powered by our sponsor. Do not just fall asleep. Drift into what you are listening to, so I solely pillow dot com.