Three-time Florida Mr. Basketball and Gatorade Player of the Year who joined the University of North Carolina after his outstanding high school career. He established himself as a starter in his sophomore year at UNC, helping lead the Tar Heels to the NCAA tournament final. He played at Lake Highland Prep in Florida, where he was also a Parade and McDonald's All-American. He earned playing time as a freshman at UNC, but was held back by injuries.