Legendary Tar Heel George Karl had a memorable career in the NBA as a head coach. He’s been around the game of basketball for a long time as a player and coach, so he knows a thing or two about talent.

Recently, Karl linked up with current North Carolina Star Armando Bacot as they were able to talk a little bit. And Karl had nothing but praise for Bacot in one specific area of his game.

Here is what Karl said about Bacot in an Instagram post back in July:

One of the key skills that transfers well from College to Pros is the ability to rebound the damn ball. Moses, Rodman and my guy @kennethfaried35 are high on the all time special list. My Carolina guy @armando isn’t just a great rebounder, he’s becoming special at it!

Karl has a good point.

Bacot is North Carolina’s all-time leading rebounder in program history, setting the mark last season by passing Tyler Hansbrough. Since he arrived at North Carolina, Bacot has gotten better and is one of the best rebounders in the country.

Bacot is averaging 10.1 rebounds per game in his four-year career including a career-high 13.1 in the 2021-22 season.

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