Michael Malone, UNC whiff on 2.6 blocks per game defensive star in transfer portal
TL;DR
Michael Malone and UNC missed the chance to sign Devin Williams, a transfer star known for averaging 2.6 blocks per game. Williams has committed to Seton Hall instead.
Key points
- Michael Malone and UNC aimed to sign Devin Williams
- Williams averaged 2.6 blocks per game at Florida Atlantic
- Devin Williams has committed to Seton Hall
- UNC recently signed 7-foot star Sayon Keita
- Henri Veesar left UNC for the NBA Draft
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Earlier this month, Michael Malone and North Carolina received a massive frontcourt boost after losing Henri Veesar to the NBA Draft, landing 7-foot international star Sayon Keita.
The Tar Heels were hoping to hit the jackpot again by signing a 2.6 blocks per game defensive star to pair with Keita. Unfortunately, UNC whiffed on the former Florida Atlantic forward.
âNEWS: Florida Atlantic transfer forward Devin Williams has committed to Seton Hall,â On3âs Joe Tipton reported Monday.
âThe 6-10 redshirt sophomore averaged 7.5 points, 5.2 rebounds, and 2.6 blocks per game this season, ranking sixth nationally in blocks during the regular season. Former 4-star recruit who began his career at UCLA.â
According to an early May report from Hitmen Hoops, the Tar Heels were among the programs that reached out to Brown after he announced his decision to enter the transfer portal.
It isnât challenging to theorize as to why, considering Williams has proven to be a high-motor shot blocker who isnât afraid to challenge any opponent at the rim as a primary or help defender.
Additionally, although Williams appeared in only 10 games for UCLA as a freshman, he still has valuable experience in a high-major environment with lofty expectations.
Simply put, the Riverside, California native would have been a good addition to the Tar Heels, but it wasnât meant to be.
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Q&A
Why did UNC miss out on Devin Williams?
UNC missed out on Devin Williams after he committed to Seton Hall, despite their interest in pairing him with new recruit Sayon Keita.
What were Devin Williams' stats before transferring?
Devin Williams averaged 2.6 blocks per game during his time at Florida Atlantic before transferring.
Who is Sayon Keita and why is he significant for UNC?
Sayon Keita is a 7-foot international star who recently joined UNC, providing a significant frontcourt boost after the loss of Henri Veesar to the NBA Draft.
