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Whenever ACC oppents matchup, it's usually a great contest, so last night when #9 Clemson visited Tobacco Road, and the #6 Tar Heels, Wayne Ellington and company didn't disappoint crowd, or the national ESPN audience.
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This time last year I was living in Oregon, and while the PAC-10 is a great college basketball conference with the likes of UCLA, Arizona, and Arizona State...there is no place like home. I would catch the Big East, ACC, and Atlantic-10 sparringly, but one game stood out, and that was UNC vs. Clemson, as the 'Heels traveled to South Carolina for an important conference battle. That game went down to the wire, as sophomore Wayne Ellington made a 3-pointer at the buzzer to seal the victory.
Ellington's heroics against the Tigers remained in tact as he led his team on Wednesday to an impressive win 94-70. He played a team high 32 minutes, scoring 25 points, while handing out 7 assists, and grabbing 6 rebounds. His only mistake was leading both teams in turnovers with 4...but I'll take that at this stage in his career now, because it means two things. First and foremost, he was being aggressive, and next, this is how he will learn the valuable lessons for the next level.
The Philadelphia native is a big Kobe Bryant fan, so in KB24, he has one of the best to look up to. It's only a matter of time before he joins him on the big stage.
Tonight I'm headed to Temple University for some more college basketball action, as I'm sure Dionte Christmas will leave me with something to write about tomorrow.
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I'm rooting for the Tar Hells to live up to those National Title goals this season. I believe if they are to get there, Ellington maybe more valuable than Pyscho T in returning UNC to that position.
Until this year I wasn't sold on Ellington or Henderson of Duke(still not a big fan of Henderson).
But when I saw Wayne hit seven 3's in the second half against Maimi I became a believer.
Coming out of HS Howard Garfinkel said he could flat out shoot. I guess I'm a believer of that now too lol. And yes, he will definitely be on the big stage soon. His impact...TBD
Good article Vills
JJ! Always good to get your insight man. And I always thought that Ellington was MUCH better than Henderson, however, Gerald is playing really well at Duke this year.
I saw him work out this summer while his right hand was in a cast, and he really showed me that he is a special player. He just needed some time to blossom.
And thanks for stopping by man!
One more thing Vills...
I would like to hear your thoughts on what is going on in Detroit with Rip. Personlly, I think it's disrespectful. Team player, just signed him to an extention, AI won't be there next year, Championship, and the list goes on. Last night...7pts(21 mins)
Talk to me A...
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