According to this story in the News and Observer, Tyler Hansbrough has ceased being a freshman. A 40-point game will do that to you.

Friend of the Nation Dan Bonner tells writer Robbi Pickeral that, not only is Hansbrough one of the best rookies in the country, but one of the best players.

And Caulton Tudor points out that scoring 40 in a game will make future opponents play that much tougher against you.