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Marshall may be the nation's best passer
Marshall amassed a surprising, 12-point scoring total as well. Against both Boston College last weekend now Miami, he clearly was more aggressive seeking his own shot. Like Strickland, he does most of his work on drives, though the slower-footed point guard relies on deception more than quickness.
The backcourt starters' anemic offense has been a season-long concern, but their contributions proved vital against Miami. Carolina's wings shot the ball terribly, no way around it, as Harrison Barnes (six points, 2-for-12 shooting), Reggie Bullock (five points, 2-for-6) and P.J. Hairston (three points, 1-for-6) all struggled to find the mark.
Carolina utilized its size advantage to control the backboards 45-29, continuing to improve an area that plagued the team earlier this season. The frontcourt duo, Tyler Zeller and John Henson, combined for 24 rebounds.
After nine consecutive home games that spanned five weeks, the Tar Heels finally ship out for the road this weekend. Carolina will tackle defense-minded Florida State in Tallahassee on Saturday, then head to Virginia Tech next week. Click here for the UNC/Miami box score.