NCAA Extends Eligibility: Five Years, Five Seasons for College Athletes
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.
Jun 30, 2026
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UNC Basketball to Face Illinois in Nashville Showdown on Jan. 30, 2027
North Carolina’s men’s basketball team will meet Illinois in Nashville on January 30, 2027, as part of the Nashville Hoops Showdown. The game offers a early‑season benchmark for both programs as they build toward the NCAA tournament.
Jun 25, 2026
UNC Frontcourt Outlook: Keita Anchors the Paint as Power Forward Battle Looms
Andrew Jones and David Sisk explore how Sayon Keita will man the center position while Jarin Stevenson, Alexandros Samodurov and Maximo Adams compete for the power forward slot.
Jun 23, 2026
Indiana and North Carolina Set for Historic Exhibition Clash
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.
Jun 15, 2026
UNC to Face Indiana in Preseason Exhibition in Indianapolis
The University of North Carolina will open its preseason schedule with a much‑anticipated exhibition against Indiana on October 18 at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis. The game features new coach Michael Malone, key transfers and a roster loaded with returning seniors, while Indiana’s second‑year coach Darian DeVries brings a lineup stacked with former ACC players. Tickets go on sale June 17 via Ticketmaster.
Jun 15, 2026
UNC Basketball Sets Up Pre‑Season Clash with Indiana in Indianapolis
The Tar Heels will meet the Hoosiers in a preseason exhibition, featuring new coach Michael Malone and a revamped roster, while Indiana looks to build on its recent ACC‑style lineup.
Jun 15, 2026
Matt Able’s Prospects with the Tar Heels: A Look at Best and Worst Cases
The arrival of forward Matt Able and the hiring of NBA‑experienced coach Michael Malone set the stage for a pivotal season for the North Carolina Tar Heels, with high hopes and possible pitfalls.
Jun 13, 2026
UNC’s Transfer Portal Surge Puts Tar Heels in Top 8 Ahead of 2026‑27 Season
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.
Jun 10, 2026
Duke and North Carolina Gear Up for a 2026‑27 Season Showdown
Duke enters the 2026‑27 season as a national title favorite, while North Carolina navigates a new coaching era and roster overhaul.
Jun 9, 2026
UNC Basketball Eyes Oregon Guard Wei Lin to Strengthen Backcourt
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.
Jun 6, 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
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
Kevin Thomas Commits to UNC, Bolstering Tar Heels’ Incoming Class
Kevin Thomas, a 6‑7 wing from Chester, Pennsylvania, has signed with the University of North Carolina, joining a recruiting class that also features Maximo Adams and Malloy Smith. His high school career at Sagemont Prep was marked by three state titles and impressive offensive numbers.
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 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
Duke Eyes Revenge as UNC Rebuilds for Next Season
Duke’s continuity and fresh transfers give it an edge over a UNC team reshaped by recent coaching upheaval.
May 26, 2026
UNC’s 2026 Freshman Class Poised to Shape Future Roster
College basketball analyst Rob Harrington breaks down the incoming freshmen — Maximo Adams, Sayon Keita, Malloy Smith and Kevin Thomas — and what they could bring to the Tar Heels' 2026‑27 lineup.
May 22, 2026
Matt Able’s Draft Surge Complicates UNC’s Roster Plans
Matt Able’s breakout performances at the NBA Combine have lifted his draft stock, prompting speculation about his role at the University of North Carolina and the potential reshuffling of the team’s lineup.
May 20, 2026
Matt Able’s Draft Surge Amid UNC Roster Shifts
Matt Able’s strong NBA Combine performances have lifted his draft stock, sparking uncertainty about his college future and reshaping UNC’s lineup.
May 20, 2026
UNC Secures 2026 Basketball Recruiting Class with Top Wings and Eyes 2027 Point Guard
UNC's latest recruiting haul brings in 4‑star wings Maximo Adams and Kevin Thomas, Malloy Smith, son of NBA legend Kenny Smith, and a fierce pursuit of 5‑star point guard Nasir Anderson, who eyes a future in Chapel Hill.
May 19, 2026
UNC Locks Down 2026 Recruiting Class While Courting 5‑Star Point Guard for 2027
The University of North Carolina has finalized its 2026 recruiting haul, adding Maximo Adams, Kevin Thomas and Malloy Smith, while turning its attention to Nasir Anderson, a highly touted point guard who could reshape the team's future.
May 19, 2026
UNC Basketball Secures Top‑10 Recruiting Class for 2026
UNC’s 2026 recruiting class, headlined by 30th‑ranked Maximo Adams and No. 85 Kevin Thomas, is ranked No. 8 nationally and No. 15 in composite rankings, signaling a strong start under new coach Michael Malone.
May 16, 2026
UNC Secures Highly Ranked 2026 Basketball Recruiting Class
North Carolina’s 2026 recruiting class, led by forward Maximo Adams and guard Kevin Thomas, is ranked No.8 nationally and No.15 in the composite, featuring both domestic standouts and an international prospect.
May 16, 2026