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G League: 'No Stopping' UNC Basketball Alum Armando Bacot

The former UNC basketball center appears on track to reach the NBA stage eventually.

Matt Giles

Former UNC basketball center Armando Bacot
Former UNC basketball center Armando Bacot / Darren Yamashita-Imagn Images
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UNC basketball product Armando Bacot went undrafted last year despite finishing his Tar Heel career as the program's all-time leading rebounder and double-double producer. And the 6-foot-11, 240-pound forward/center hasn't logged a single appearance in an NBA regular season contest.

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But by no means has Bacot disappeared from the sport. No, the 25-year-old is fresh off an impressive NBA G League rookie campaign with the Memphis Grizzlies affiliate, the Memphis Hustle.

As was the case throughout his UNC basketball playing days, Bacot was a consistent force all season, earning an invite to NBA All-Star Weekend's G League Up Next Game before snagging his first G League Player of the Week honor in early March.

The following Armando Bacot appreciation post, courtesy of the NBA G League's official social media account this week, points to the Virginia native's five 30-point performances. Those statement efforts featured two eye-popping double-double shows: 35 points and 14 rebounds in one plus 34 points and a whopping 25 boards in the other.

Bacot averaged 18.2 points and 9.5 rebounds for the season.

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MATT GILES

Matt Giles is the editor and publisher of North Carolina Tar Heels on SI, Duke Blue Devils on SI, and NC State Wolfpack on SI, making him a key source for comprehensive coverage of these storied college basketball programs. Since joining UNC on SI in 2023, Matt has been dedicated to providing in-depth analysis, breaking news, and exclusive content on all three teams. He covers everything from game previews and recaps to player profiles and recruiting updates. Matt's expert knowledge of these teams has made his work a go-to resource for fans and followers of Duke, NC State, and UNC. As publisher, he shapes the editorial direction, ensuring that the most relevant and timely information reaches his audience.

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