As we approach the end of the regular season, the spotlight is on North Carolina and their head coach, Hubert Davis. The Tar Heels have been navigating the past four games without their standout freshman, Caleb Wilson, who has been sidelined after a Top 25 victory over Louisville.
The buzz around Wilson's potential return is growing, especially with the highly anticipated matchup against Duke on the horizon. Earlier this week, the chatter intensified when it was suggested that Wilson might make his comeback for the Duke game. On Wednesday night, analyst Seth Davis weighed in, confirming that the best-case scenario for North Carolina would indeed be Wilson suiting up against Duke on March 7.
Seth Davis shared on TNT Sports, "North Carolina is eager to have their star freshman Caleb Wilson back. He broke his non-shooting hand, and they're hoping for a return by the regular season finale at Duke."
This news injects a dose of optimism for UNC fans dreaming of an upset in Durham. However, it's important to remember that no official date has been set. Hubert Davis mentioned on his weekly radio show that Wilson will undergo further testing this week, which should provide more clarity on his return timeline.
Despite the uncertainty, the updates have been encouraging, suggesting that Wilson could make his return during the ACC Tournament at the latest. Yet, it wouldn't be surprising to see him back in action against Duke, given his competitive spirit.
The last clash between these rivals saw a thrilling finish in Chapel Hill, with Seth Trimble’s game-winning three-pointer still fresh in fans' minds. Wilson, who has been out since injuring his hand at Miami, is undoubtedly eager to rejoin his teammates, especially for a game of this magnitude. While nothing is set in stone, the positive reports are hard to ignore, and the anticipation continues to build.