Latest Slidescroller coverage mentioning Michael Malone across Basketball.
The Tar Heels and Wolfpack will meet on Dec. 15 in Greensboro, giving fans a second meeting after a season of scheduling changes and giving coach Michael Malone a marquee early‑season test.
The Tar Heels are reportedly evaluating Buffalo transfer Angelo Brizzi, a perimeter‑shooting guard with a Villanova pedigree, after his recent campus visit.
Henri Veesaar, a North Carolina forward projected to be selected early in the second round of the 2026 NBA Draft, is among the top prospects awaiting their names to be called.
After just two months of a promised stay, Dusty May accepted the head‑coach position with the Dallas Mavericks, prompting Michigan to appoint former Oklahoma State mentor Mike Boynton as interim leader.
Dusty May's sudden move to the Dallas Mavericks leaves the University of Michigan scrambling to replace a championship‑winning coach. With key players set to test free agency, the school must weigh experienced returnees against the lure of fresh leadership. The five names on the shortlist — Billy Donovan, T.J. Otzelberger, Ben McCollum, Josh Schertz and Mike Boynton — each bring a unique profile, from proven title pedigrees to promising up‑and‑coming resumes.
Dusty May’s two‑year run at Michigan ended with a championship and a move to the NBA, where he will coach projected rookie Cooper Flagg.
After guiding the University of Michigan to its second national title, Dusty May accepts the Dallas Mavericks' head‑coaching position, succeeding Jason Kidd, who was fired in May after five seasons.
Social media clips show Terrence Brown in action at the University of North Carolina’s historic arena, reviving excitement among Tar Heel fans ahead of the new season.
Duke's recent recruiting dominance is being tested as the Tar Heels, under new head coach Michael Malone, chase the same elite 2027 guard.
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.
North Carolina is intensifying its pursuit of elite talent for the 2027 roster, centering on Florida standout C.J. Rosser, while already locking down key pieces for the 2026 class and the transfer portal.
North Carolina is deepening its recruitment of C.J. Rosser, a highly ranked power forward from Florida, who is weighing multiple elite programs and plans to finalize his decision in August.
The North Carolina Tar Heels are reportedly targeting Buffalo guard Angelo Rizzi, who recently received an NCAA hardship waiver to extend his eligibility through a sixth season.
North Carolina is pursuing guards Wei Lin and Angelo Rizzi as it builds a squad for its new head coach.
In a recent media briefing, Colorado Avalanche executives Josh Kroenke and Joe Sakic detailed their vision for a championship‑contending season, citing confidence in head coach Jared Bednar and plans for a new practice facility.
AJ Williams, the consensus No.1 recruit for the class of 2028, has accepted an offer from UNC, marking his 20th scholarship offer.
North Carolina’s basketball program has offered a scholarship to five‑star small forward AJ Williams, a top prospect in the 2028 class, as part of a broader recruiting strategy that includes commitments from other elite players.
UNC’s early commitments from top‑ranked forward AJ Williams and center Yann Kamagate, coupled with interest from rival Duke and a host of national programs, illustrate a bold recruitment strategy under first‑year head coach Michael Malone.
North Carolina is shifting focus to the Class of 2027, highlighted by a preseason game against Indiana and the recruitment of five‑star forward Paul Osaruyi.
The Tar Heels will face Indiana at Gainbridge Fieldhouse on October 18, marking the first preseason exhibition for the 2026‑27 season under new leadership.
The Tar Heels are reshaping their frontcourt under Coach Michael Malone, with Rob Harrington and Joey Powell evaluating the additions. An exhibition game against Indiana looms, while recruiting for the 2027 class adds future intrigue.
The Tar Heels secured their second College World Series win, with Ryan Lynch pitching 4 2/3 innings and Gavin Gallaher breaking a 15‑at‑bat hitless streak. The team now stands one victory away from a historic national championship.
Indiana and North Carolina, two of the most storied basketball programs, will meet in an exhibition game on October 18 at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis. The matchup marks the first public appearance of new Tar Heels head coach Michael Malone against Indiana’s second‑year coach Darian DeVries, sparking excitement among fans and analysts alike.
The Hoosiers will host the Tar Heels in Indianapolis on Oct. 18, 2026, a matchup that revives a storied series and showcases new-look rosters.