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Zoubek happy to be a (big) presence
Originally Published: March 16, 2010
By
Brian Bennett | ESPN.com
Brian Zoubek knows how people viewed Duke's big men the past few years.
"Underwhelming," Zoubek says. "Overmatched. Nonexistent."
The Blue Devils' lack of a legitimate post presence has been the main reason why they haven't advanced past the Sweet 16 since 2004. As the team's only 7-footer during the most recent tournament knockouts, Zoubek found himself subjected to heavy criticism. A former star recruit, he entered his senior season averaging just 3.6 points and ...Read full story
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