Angelo Brizzi is set to join the University of North Carolina’s men’s basketball program as a graduate student for the 2026‑27 season, adding a seasoned scorer to the Tar Heels’ roster.
During his most recent season at the University of Buffalo, Brizzi posted a career‑high average of 14.5 points per game, scoring 20 or more points on eight occasions, highlighted by a 27‑point outburst against UMass.
The 6‑3 guard has accumulated 878 points over 105 collegiate appearances, started all 32 games for the Bulls last year and has reached double‑digit scoring in 40 games throughout his career.
Brizzi’s shooting repertoire extends beyond the arc, having hit multiple three‑pointers 26 times in his career, with a personal best of eight treys in a single game against South Alabama.
A native of Warrenton, Virginia, Brizzi began his college journey as a red‑shirt freshman at Villanova before brief stints at Longwood University and Davidson College, giving him a unique developmental path.
A Strategic Addition for the Tar Heels
Coaches at UNC see his blend of size, experience and scoring versatility as a perfect fit for a program aiming to contend in the Atlantic Coast Conference next season.
Looking Forward
With the 2026‑27 campaign on the horizon, the Tar Heels hope Brizzi’s veteran presence will accelerate their rebuild and push them toward a deeper run in the NCAA tournament.