Latest Slidescroller coverage mentioning Cade Bennerman across Basketball.
Coach Michael Malone has finalized a complete roster for the North Carolina Tar Heels, leaving no room for new players and setting the stage for a competitive season.
Coach Michael Malone finalizes his first roster, adding South Dakota transfer Cameron Fens while navigating the loss of Caleb Wilson and Henri Veesaar to the NBA. Early rankings place the Tar Heels in the ‘next five’ and analysts debate their ACC contender status.
UNC’s latest acquisition addresses a critical frontcourt gap, promising durability and skill development for a team eager to compete in the ACC.
North Carolina taps veteran Michael Malone as head coach, while portal recruit Cameron Fens brings 7‑foot size and double‑digit scoring to a roster poised for a tournament push.
Cameron Fens, a 7‑foot center from South Dakota, has pledged to the UNC Tar Heels, bringing a fifth year of eligibility and a strong defensive skill set to the roster.
Cameron Fens, a 7‑foot, 255‑pound center from South Dakota, has pledged to the North Carolina Tar Heels, adding depth and physicality to a roster entering Michael Malone's first year as head coach.
The Tar Heels replace Hubert Davis with NBA veteran Michael Malone, rebuild a roster through the transfer portal, and enter the early Top 25 with high hopes but lingering questions about cohesion.
ESPN ranks the Tar Heels' 2026 class among the nation's best, blending high‑school standouts, European talents, and experienced transfers.
The University of North Carolina's latest recruiting haul, ranked tenth by ESPN, combines elite high school prospects, seasoned collegiate transfers, and promising international players, all poised to make an impact under first‑year coach Michael Malone.
The Tar Heels sit at No. 10 in the 2026 recruiting rankings, bolstered by experienced transfers and high‑school prospects eager to prove themselves under Malone’s guidance.
The NCAA's recent eligibility change grants athletes a five‑year window to play up to five seasons, affecting current and future UNC roster decisions.
The upcoming Carolina Basketball School under Coach Bill Robinson offers fans an early glimpse of Michael Malone's first squad, while summer camps at Montross Camp promise a unique atmosphere. Notable prospects include Caleb Wilson, a potential top NBA Draft pick, and Cade Bennerman, a 7‑foot red‑shirt freshman center. International scout Ersin Demir shares insights on UNC's global recruits.
Cade Bennerman, a Nashville native and former Northwestern standout, has announced his transfer to the University of North Carolina, adding a rare blend of size and experience to the Tar Heels' roster.
Cade Bennerman, a 7‑foot red‑shirt freshman center, is set to join the University of North Carolina’s men’s basketball program after a standout high school career and a productive year at Northwestern.
Indiana will host North Carolina at Gainbridge Fieldhouse on October 18, reviving a series that spans decades and featuring new coaches and fresh talent on both sides.
ESPN ranks UNC eighth in its transfer‑portal rankings as the Tar Heels secure key acquisitions and international talent under first‑year head coach Michael Malone.
UNC is pursuing Oregon’s Wei Lin, a guard who averaged 6.6 points and 1.7 assists last season, to add depth and experience to a roster brimming with NBA talent.
Duke enters the 2026‑27 campaign on a 42‑of‑44 ACC winning streak, but Louisville, Miami, Virginia and North Carolina are pouring resources into challenging the Blue Devils. New coaches, transfers and strategic shifts promise a competitive season.
The 6‑11, 212‑pound forward from Panathinaikos joins the Tar Heels after a breakout performance at the 2025 FIBA Eurobasket U20 tournament, where he earned a spot on the All‑Star Five.
Veteran guard Matt Able has withdrawn from the 2026 NBA Draft to play for the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill under head coach Michael Malone, bringing a 35.5% three‑point clip and 8.8 points per game to a revamped Tar Heels lineup.
Duke’s continuity and fresh transfers give it an edge over a UNC team reshaped by recent coaching upheaval.
Duke leads the 2026 basketball recruiting rankings with four prospects inside the top 100, while North Carolina trails with two. New coach Mike Malone, fresh from an NBA championship, must leverage portal additions and late‑season talent to challenge the Blue Devils' dominance.
North Carolina hires Mike Malone to replace Hubert Davis, sparking a recruiting showdown with Duke and reshaping the team's title outlook.
Henri Veesaar has confirmed he will remain in the 2026 NBA draft, prompting UNC to pursue transfer portal additions like Cade Bennerman and Sayon Keita to fill his void.