A Strategic Overhaul for the Tar Heels
North Carolina’s basketball program is undergoing a major rebuild under new head coach Michael Malone, who has bolstered the team with international frontcourt talent and a proven scorer.
Jun 9, 2026
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Transfer Portal Tactics Redefine College Basketball Coaching
A look at how elite and emerging coaches are leveraging the transfer portal to build competitive teams, the successes they’ve achieved, and the hurdles that still loom.
Jun 6, 2026
Arkansas to Test New‑look North Carolina in Season‑Opening SEC‑ACC Challenge
The Razorbacks travel to Chapel Hill on Dec. 1 to face a Tar Heel squad reshaped by new coach Michael Malone, major transfers and a top‑ranked freshman class, while Arkansas looks to build on its early‑season momentum.
Jun 5, 2026
Arkansas and North Carolina Prepare for Highly Anticipated SEC-ACC Challenge Clash
The Razorbacks will meet the Tar Heels on Dec. 1 at the Dean Smith Center, a venue that has never hosted the series before, as both programs navigate significant changes on the court.
Jun 5, 2026
Razorbacks Head to Chapel Hill for First-Ever Campus Meeting with Tar Heels
The Arkansas Razorbacks will travel to the Dean Smith Center on Dec. 1 to face a re‑tooling North Carolina team, a matchup that highlights both programs’ recent roster upheavals and coaching changes.
Jun 5, 2026
Michael Malone Takes the Helm of UNC Basketball as ACC Rankings Shift
The Tar Heels are poised to rebound, but analyst Isaac Trotter ranks them fifth in the ACC, highlighting both promise and uncertainty.
Jun 4, 2026
ACC Power Rankings: Duke Still Dominates as Teams Gear Up for 2026‑27 Season
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.
Jun 3, 2026
Greek Forward Alexandros Samodurov Commits to UNC
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.
May 30, 2026
College Basketball’s 2026 Draft Landscape: Who Stays, Who Goes
A look at the high‑profile college athletes who have chosen to return to school or enter the 2026 NBA Draft, and how their moves will affect their programs' outlooks.
May 28, 2026
UNC reveals 2026‑27 ACC basketball slate, marking first Clemson absence in seven decades
The Atlantic Coast Conference announced the Tar Heels’ 18‑game schedule, highlighting home‑and‑home matchups with Louisville and Duke while noting the first omission of Clemson and N.C. State in Raleigh since the mid‑20th century.
May 28, 2026
UNC Secures Commitments from Matt Able and Kevin Thomas Amid Roster Shifts
College basketball's ever‑changing roster dynamics have made rivalries fragile, but the University of North Carolina recently bolstered its men's team with two new recruits.
May 28, 2026
Matt Able Commits to UNC, Bringing Versatility to the Tar Heels
Matt Able, a 6‑6 guard from Baltimore, is set to join the University of North Carolina men's basketball team after a productive year at NC State, where he averaged 8.8 points and hit 49 three‑pointers.
May 27, 2026
Matt Able opts for UNC over NBA Draft, signaling new era under Coach Michael Malone
Matt Able withdraws from the NBA Draft to join the University of North Carolina, where he will play under first‑year head coach Michael Malone.
May 27, 2026
Kevin Thomas Commits to UNC After Decommitting from LSU
Kevin Thomas, a highly ranked prospect who flipped from LSU to the University of North Carolina, brings a decorated high school career and international experience to the Tar Heels.
May 26, 2026
Matt Able opts for UNC over NBA Draft, joins Michael Malone’s roster
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.
May 26, 2026
Matt Able Commits to UNC, Bolstering Tar Heels’ Frontcourt
Matt Able, a standout from NC State, has withdrawn from the NBA Draft and pledged to play for the University of North Carolina, bringing versatility and experience to the Tar Heels' lineup.
May 26, 2026
Matt Able chooses college over NBA draft
The Baltimore native decided to return to college basketball rather than enter the professional ranks, citing a desire to develop further at the University of North Carolina.
May 26, 2026
Matt Able Opts for UNC Over NBA Draft, Bolstering Tar Heels Roster
After withdrawing from the NBA Draft, Matt Able will join the University of North Carolina Tar Heels, bringing a 6‑foot‑6 skill set that could reshape the team’s frontcourt rotation.
May 26, 2026
Top NBA Draft Prospect Matt Able Chooses UNC Over Draft Entry
Matt Able announced his withdrawal from the 2026 NBA Draft on Instagram, opting to play for UNC under Michael Malone and bring his scoring prowess to the Tar Heels.
May 26, 2026
Top NBA Draft Prospect Matt Able Chooses UNC Over Draft Entry
Matt Able announced his withdrawal from the 2026 NBA Draft on May 26, opting to join the University of North Carolina where he will play under Coach Michael Malone, who highlighted his NBA pedigree and vision for player development.
May 26, 2026
Former Four‑Star Prospect Matt Able Chooses UNC Over NBA Draft
After a standout showing at the NBA Draft Combine, Matt Able has withdrawn from the draft and committed to UNC, where he will play under head coach Michael Malone alongside a group of fresh faces.
May 26, 2026
Matt Able Commits to UNC, Sees Path to 2027 NBA Draft After Withdrawing from 2026 Prospects
After pulling out of the NBA Draft, Matt Able will suit up for the Tar Heels next season, hoping a full year under Michael Malone will secure a first‑round spot in the 2027 draft.
May 26, 2026
Matt Able Chooses College Over NBA Draft, Commits to UNC
After a promising freshman season at NC State, Matt Able decides to stay in school, forgoing the NBA draft and pledging to the University of North Carolina.
May 26, 2026
Malone’s Tall, Light UNC Roster Takes Shape Ahead of Season
Coach Michael Malone is assembling his first UNC Basketball roster, projecting a tall but not heavy lineup and planning adjustments if Matt Able or Alexandros Samodurov are unavailable.
May 26, 2026