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The North Carolina Tar Heels and Virginia Cavaliers are both still battling it out for an ACC title and No. 1 seed in the 2016 NCAA tournament. Therefore, the battle between the two this Saturday is looking extremely nice on paper.
Before this big-stage showdown gets underway, you can get your bold predictions here.
Side Note: Remember, these predictions are bold for a reason — we’re taking a long shot here.
5. For One Game, Malcolm Brogdon Is Off
Credit: Getty Images5. For One Game, Malcolm Brogdon Is Off
Malcolm Brogdon might be averaging 18.2 points per game, but even superheroes have off days from time to time. Meaning: Brogdon will drop a dud in the scoring department.
4. Both Teams Fail To Reach The 70-Point Mark
Credit: Getty Images4. Both Teams Fail To Reach The 70-Point Mark
One reason why this is bold: North Carolina is putting up 83.8 points per game. One reason why this isn't bold and could actually happen: Virginia is only allowing 59.7 points per game.
3. Marcus Paige Has Himself A Game
Credit: Getty Images3. Marcus Paige Has Himself A Game
Marcus Paige might not be putting up 20 points per game (12.3 PPG to be exact), but he is still capable of dropping a performance of that nature. Look for the senior to lead the Tar Heels in scoring — because why not?
2. Kennedy Meeks Shows Off Tar Heels’ Balanced Attack
Credit: Getty Images2. Kennedy Meeks Shows Off Tar Heels’ Balanced Attack
North Carolina has plenty of scorers, although Brice Johnson is leading the scoring charge. For the purposes of this contest, look for Kennedy Meeks to drop a double-double.
1. Tar Heels Move One Step Closer To ACC Title With Road Victory
Credit: Getty Images1. Tar Heels Move One Step Closer To ACC Title With Road Victory
North Carolina has a one-game lead in the ACC title race, so a win against Virginia would be huge. That is especially the case when you consider the Tar Heels only have two games left after this one.
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