Day’Ron Sharpe has impressive block on former Duke star

Day’Ron Sharpe was a menacing post presence during the 2020-2021 year at UNC. He’s now in the NBA and blocking former Blue Devils.

Former Duke Unversity hooper Zion Williamson was one of the most-ever hyped collegiate basketball players in recent memory.

He has the height of LeBron James, build of Shaquille O’Neal, plus immense speed and solid shooting skills for a big man.

Day’Ron Sharpe played just the 2020-2021 COVID-altered season at UNC, but made an immediate impact with his post presence. The near-7-foot forward/center from Winterville, N.C. averaged 9.5 points, 7.6 rebounds and nearly a block per game as a Tar Heel, which was good enough for him to be a 2021 first-round NBA Draft choice.

Sharpe, now a member of the Brooklyn Nets and Zion, now a member of the New Orleans Pelicans, faced off on Tuesday, Jan. 2.

The former Tar Heel got the better of this matchup, swatting away what appeared to be a clear dunk attempt.

While Zion dealt with a foot injury for most of the past two seasons, Sharpe has been thriving and – to this point – been grateful for good health.

Sharpe is currently in the midst of a career-high season, currently holding highs in points, rebounds, assists and blocks per game.

The two never met in college, but they’ll meet again on Tuesday, March 19 in Brooklyn.

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