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RJ Davis to Play Fifth Season at UNC, Eyes Scoring Record

North Carolina's RJ Davis returns for an additional season, boosting hopes for a national title and potentially breaking the school's scoring record.

  • RJ Davis, a first-team All-American, announces his return to UNC for a fifth season, leveraging NCAA eligibility extensions due to COVID-19.
  • With 2,088 career points, Davis is poised to challenge Tyler Hansbrough's ACC and UNC scoring record of 2,872 points.
  • Davis's return strengthens UNC's prospects as a national title contender, with the team ranked third in preseason polls.
  • The Tar Heels' roster is bolstered by returning players and promising freshmen, setting the stage for a competitive season.
  • Davis had a standout year with an average of 21.2 points per game, leading the ACC and becoming a top contender for national player of the year awards.
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