Tar Heels Extend Schedule with West Virginia Showdown
North Carolina will face West Virginia in a much‑anticipated game on Nov. 27, adding to a 31‑game schedule and extending a series that the Mountaineers lead 5‑0.
Aug 9, 2026
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UNC Basketball Meets West Virginia in Historic Dick Vitale Invitational Showdown
The 2026‑27 season will feature a historic matchup between UNC and West Virginia at the Spectrum Center, with new transfers, fresh coaching strategies and the return of Dick Vitale to the broadcast booth.
Aug 9, 2026
UNC Basketball Lands Towering Center Cameron Fens
UNC adds 7‑foot center Cameron Fens, a transfer portal standout, after his eligibility was cleared, bolstering the Tar Heels’ frontcourt with size, experience and defensive prowess.
Aug 8, 2026
North Carolina Adds Towering Center Cameron Fens to 2026‑27 Roster
Cameron Fens joins the Tar Heels, adding size and rebounding as the team reshapes its roster and schedule
Aug 8, 2026
Cameron Fens Commits to UNC, Joining Family Legacy in Tar Heels Basketball
Cameron Fens, a double‑double star from Dubuque Hempstead, pledges to the University of North Carolina, bringing a multi‑generational basketball lineage and a new eligibility framework into focus.
Aug 8, 2026
Malone’s First Season at UNC Bolstered by Portal Addition Cameron Fens
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.
Aug 7, 2026
Cameron Fens Joins UNC, Bolstering Tar Heels’ Frontcourt Ahead of 2026‑27 Season
UNC announced the addition of Cameron Fens, a dominant rebounder and shot‑blocker from South Dakota State, who will benefit from a fifth year of eligibility granted by the NCAA. His arrival addresses the team’s need for physicality and adds depth to a post group already featuring Sayon Keita, Alexandros Samodurov and Cade Bennerman.
Aug 7, 2026
Cameron Fens Joins North Carolina Tar Heels, Bolstering Frontcourt for 2026
North Carolina’s latest acquisition, Cameron Fens, is expected to fortify the team’s interior and add depth as the Tar Heels aim for a strong showing in the 2026 NCAA Tournament.
Aug 7, 2026
Cameron Fens Extends Eligibility, Bolsters UNC Basketball Roster
Cameron Fens, a 7‑foot, 255‑pound center from South Dakota, has committed to UNC Basketball with an additional season of eligibility, a move led by coach Michael Malone and highlighted by insights from teammates Sherrell McMillan, Sean Moran and Joey Powell.
Aug 7, 2026
Cameron Fens Commits to UNC, Adding Size and Depth Ahead of Michael Malone’s Debut
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.
Aug 7, 2026
Cameron Fens Commits to UNC, Bolstering Tar Heels’ Frontcourt for 2026-27 Season
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.
Aug 7, 2026
Cameron Fens Commits to UNC, Bolstering Tar Heels’ Frontcourt
North Carolina basketball secures the commitment of 7‑foot center Cameron Fens, a graduate transfer who will anchor the Tar Heels' defense and interior scoring.
Aug 7, 2026
Cameron Fens Commits to UNC Tar Heels, Bolstering Frontcourt
Cameron Fens, a 7‑foot transfer center, has officially pledged to the University of North Carolina Tar Heels, adding a proven defensive anchor and scoring threat to the program ahead of the upcoming season.
Aug 7, 2026
Cameron Fens Commits to North Carolina, Joins Michael Malone’s Coaching Staff
The former South Dakota basketball center is moving to North Carolina, where he will work with Michael Malone’s staff, a transition explored in a recent podcast and supported by video edits from Jacob Turner.
Aug 7, 2026
UNC’s Pursuit of DeMarcus Henry Could Rewrite Its 2027 Roster
North Carolina is zeroing in on elite small‑forward DeMarcus Henry while reshaping its wing corps ahead of the 2027 class.
Aug 5, 2026
Michael Malone’s Recruiting Revolution at UNC
Michael Malone is transforming UNC basketball recruiting with personal, authentic engagement that is already influencing top prospects and drawing league‑wide attention.
Aug 5, 2026
A.J. Williams Reclassifies, Elevating Yann Kamagate as UNC’s Top 2028 Target
A.J. Williams moves from the 2028 to the 2027 recruiting class, making him eligible for the 2028 NBA Draft, while Yann Kamagate ascends to the top spot, prompting UNC to adjust its recruiting strategy.
Aug 4, 2026
North Carolina Tar Heels Hire Michael Malone, Aim to Climb Rankings
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.
Aug 4, 2026
Tar Heels Eye Redemption After No. 20 ESPN Ranking
The North Carolina Tar Heels opened the 2024 season under new head coach Michael Malone, landing at No. 20 in ESPN’s early top 25. The ranking reflects cautious optimism and lingering skepticism, setting the stage for a determined push to restore the program’s former glory.
Aug 4, 2026
Michael Malone’s Recruiting Overhaul at UNC
In his early months as head coach, Michael Malone has reshaped North Carolina’s recruiting strategy, targeting elite prospects and shifting the program’s approach compared to his predecessor.
Aug 4, 2026
UNC Basketball Secures Fifth‑Year Eligible Big Men in Roster Overhaul
With a single scholarship spot remaining, the Tar Heels are turning to two newly eligible centers after a federal judge cleared the path for fifth‑year eligibility, a move that could reshape the team’s interior for the upcoming season.
Aug 3, 2026
UNC’s Ambitious Frontcourt Overhaul Ahead of 2026‑27 Season
North Carolina is reshaping its roster under first‑year coach Michael Malone, who is aggressively pursuing forward Duke Brennan for the 2026‑27 campaign.
Aug 3, 2026
UNC Basketball Courts Veteran Centers Handlogten and Fens for Fifth‑Year Push
A recent NCAA decision grants a fifth year of eligibility to players completing four seasons, leading UNC to target Micah Handlogten and Cameron Fens to fill its final roster spot.
Aug 3, 2026
North Carolina Tar Heels Embrace New Coaching Era Ahead of 2026‑27 Season
The program’s recent struggles have sparked a search for a catalyst that can translate talent into deeper March runs.
Aug 3, 2026