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The University of North Carolina’s men’s basketball program must replace the production of Caleb Wilson and Henri Veesaar for the 2026‑27 season. Head coach Michael Malone faces the task of reshaping the frontcourt, while potential replacements Jarin Stevenson, Sayon Keita and Alexandros Samodurov bring diverse skills and international experience.
Syracuse University’s men’s basketball program is approaching the final stretch of roster construction, with just one scholarship slot left before the start of the upcoming season.
Morgan State announced the signing of Ibrahima Traore, a 6‑foot‑9, 222‑pound forward from Bamako, Mali, who previously played at the University of Utah. Head coach Kevin Broadus praised his talent and versatility, noting that Traore is expected to make an immediate impact as the Bears aim to contend for a Mid‑Eastern Athletic Conference title.