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With the draft declaration window closed, Florida climbs to No.1, Duke adds a sharpshooter, and several other programs retool their rosters ahead of a competitive new campaign.
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.
Virginia Tech’s men’s basketball team finished 19-13 in 2025-26, missing the NCAA Tournament for the fourth straight year. With key players Amani Hansberry and Ben Hammond set to return, the Hokies aim to break the streak.
Veteran guard Matt Able has withdrawn from the 2026 NBA Draft to play for the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill under head coach Michael Malone, bringing a 35.5% three‑point clip and 8.8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.
Matt Able, a standout from NC State, has withdrawn from the NBA Draft and pledged to play for the University of North Carolina, bringing versatility and experience to the Tar Heels' lineup.
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.
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.
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.
Duke’s continuity and fresh transfers give it an edge over a UNC team reshaped by recent coaching upheaval.
The Greek big man, known for his shooting and shot‑blocking, is weighing a college route that could bring immediate scoring depth to North Carolina.
Virginia basketball aims to become a top contender in the ACC and NCAA tournaments by 2026‑2027, relying on defense, rebounding and shooting improvements.
The Hokies finished a challenging season with seven close ACC losses, lost several key players, but added five transfers as coach Mike Young aims to return to the NCAA Tournament.
After a strong showing at the NBA Draft Combine, Matt Able faces a pivotal decision that could shape his professional trajectory and collegiate future.
After a strong showing at the NBA Draft Combine, Matt Able must decide whether to turn professional or return to the University of North Carolina for another season.
The University of North Carolina announced the signing of Neoklis Avdalas, a 6‑foot‑9 combo guard whose collegiate journey spans Greece, Virginia Tech and a promising statistical profile, signaling a strategic addition to the program’s backcourt.
St. John's has risen to No. 16 in the 2026‑27 CBS Sports Preseason Top 25 And 1 rankings after securing a commitment from four‑star forward Theo Edema, while Coach Rick Pitino looks to bolster the roster with two additional transfers.
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.
The 6-foot-7 wing from Florida announced his pledge to North Carolina on Instagram, marking a pivotal addition to the Tar Heels' roster.
The 6‑foot‑7 wing from Florida, once pledged to LSU, announced his commitment to the University of North Carolina, bringing size, perimeter scoring and defensive versatility to Chapel Hill.
Kevin Thomas, a top-100 recruit in the 2026 class, announced his pledge to the University of North Carolina on May 13, citing the program’s direction after the departure of former LSU coach Matt McMahon.
A deep dive into how the Atlantic Coast Conference is assembling elite rosters, highlighted by Louisville’s record‑breaking transfer class and the broader impact on the league’s competitive landscape.