North Carolina explores coaching options as rivalry with Duke heats up

North Carolina is considering a coaching change, with speculation about potential candidates if Hubert Davis departs. Athletic director Bubba Cunningham is expected to seek outside talent, with names like Nate Oats, Scott Drew, and Billy Donovan mentioned as possibilities. Duke's transition from Coach Mike Krzyzewski to Jon Scheyer has been successful, aided by Scheyer's preparation as coach-in-waiting. His hiring of non-Duke staff has contributed to the program's continued success, highlighting a shift in coaching strategies. As Duke prepares to face UNC, the matchup favors Duke due to its size advantage. UNC needs to excel in three-point shooting and free throws to stay competitive, while key players like Seth Trimble and Tyrese Proctor are seen as crucial for their respective teams.