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UNC Basketball: Early Projection of 2017-18 starting lineup

By Bryson Gordon

Apr 3, 2017; Phoenix, AZ, USA; North Carolina Tar Heels forward Theo Pinson (1) dunks during the first half against the Gonzaga Bulldogs in the championship game of the 2017 NCAA Men's Final Four at University of Phoenix Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports
Apr 3, 2017; Phoenix, AZ, USA; North Carolina Tar Heels forward Theo Pinson (1) dunks during the first half against the Gonzaga Bulldogs in the championship game of the 2017 NCAA Men's Final Four at University of Phoenix Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports /
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Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-USA TODAY Sports
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Small Forward: Theo Pinson

Barring any injury, Theo Pinson is basically a lock to finally begin the season as a starter.

Pinson briefly had his name in the running for the NBA Draft, but after not receiving an invite to the NBA Combine, Pinson decided to return for his senior year.

Pinson was inserted into the starting lineup following the injury to Kenny Williams this season and did excellent in that time. His worth to this team is unmeasurable, seeing how Pinson does all the little things for the Heels.

Allowing Pinson to start at the three spot gives the Heels maximum flexibility. It gives them defensive versatility, allowing Pinson to switch on all screens.

But on offense, having Pinson out there with Felton and Berry gives Carolina three ball handlers on the court.

By no means am I comparing this Heels team to the Golden State Warriors, but with these three, it could be a “Death Lineup” situation for big opponents. Especially should Pinson develop a three-point shot.

Just imagining a full season of Theo Pinson in the starting lineup is awesome. He makes the team better in so many ways.

Plus, Pinson deserves the opportunity to show scouts how great he can be at full health for a full season.

A backcourt of Berry and Felton, with Pinson at the three, could make this upcoming season all sorts of fun.

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