Notes on the ACC Shootaround Preview at ESPN

ESPN went over the preseason storylines for the Atlantic Coast Conference earlier this month. Here are some of the “Cliff Notes” to ESPN’s awesome coverage of the conference preview. Andy Katz always does a great job investigating, so if you get a chance, check out the preview right here at ESPN’s archive.

  • North Carolina: Won’t Be Easy to be King Again - The Tar Heels were one of the most dominant teams in college basketball history last year. But as you well know, the team was pretty much gutted as their top scorers and rebounders (Tyler Hansbrough, Ty Lawson, Wayne Ellington and Danny Green) from last season left for the NBA. They’ve got Marcus Ginyard and Deon Thompson to help smooth the transition, but surely they’ve lost a step.
  • Duke: Bigger and Stronger  - The Blue Devils are expected by Andy Katz to be the No. 2 team in the ACC this season. If you were just getting used to the Dukeies playing small and shooting from the perimeter, you’re going to have to switch your expectations about this year, as they boast one of the most formidable frontcourt of bigs in the ACC.
  • Georgia Tech: From the Basement to the Attic - One of the biggest turnarounds this upcoming season will likely be GT, which Katz says is ready for a breakout season. The Yellow Jackets were 2-14 in ACC play last season, but they’ve landed new recruits and keep some of their best players from last season.

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Posted in General on October 5, 2009

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