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RJ Davis Tests UNC Basketball Champ's Defense in Practice

It appears nobody can slow down UNC basketball gem RJ Davis this offseason.

Matt Giles

UNC basketball guard RJ Davis
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UNC basketball graduate guard RJ Davis looks primed to defend his ACC Player of the Year crown next season. In fact, as has been the case from one year to the next throughout the New York native's career in Chapel Hill, chances are he'll somehow find a way to his bucket-getting prowess to new heights.

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Judging by the following practice highlight that the UNC basketball social media team posted on Monday night, fourth-year Tar Heel head coach Hubert Davis and 2017 national champion forward Luke Maye are nothing short of impressed with RJ Davis' determination in setting the tone by attacking the hoop and delivering scores in traffic:

In the clip, the righthanded Davis finishes with his left hand over Maye, leading to an approving smile on Maye's face afterward. At the end, there's an emphatic holler from Hubert Davis: "Fantastic work, RJ!"

RJ Davis has a shot to leapfrog Tar Heel legend Tyler Hansbrough atop the program's all-time scoring list if the 22-year-old manages to match the career-high 21.2 points per game he posted as an All-American senior.

Plus, after shooting a career-high 39.8 percent from three on 7.7 attempts per outing for the 2023-24 Tar Heels, Davis needs only 26 more makes beyond the arc to supplant Marcus Paige at No. 1 on the 3-point list.

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MATT GILES

Matt Giles is the editor and publisher of North Carolina Tar Heels on SI, Duke Blue Devils on SI, and NC State Wolfpack on SI, making him a key source for comprehensive coverage of these storied college basketball programs. Since joining UNC on SI in 2023, Matt has been dedicated to providing in-depth analysis, breaking news, and exclusive content on all three teams. He covers everything from game previews and recaps to player profiles and recruiting updates. Matt's expert knowledge of these teams has made his work a go-to resource for fans and followers of Duke, NC State, and UNC. As publisher, he shapes the editorial direction, ensuring that the most relevant and timely information reaches his audience.

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