Katz: UNC improved during Lawson's absence
Published 4/1/2008 by Andy Katz at ESPN.com - Men's College Basketball
Ty Lawson's season -- and UNC's title hopes -- were in question after he injured his left ankle in a game against Florida State. The Tar Heels had to cope during Lawson's absence, and they may have improved themselves as a result, writes Andy Katz.
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