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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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
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
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
Mike Young’s Transfer Moves Shape Virginia Tech’s Upcoming Season
Coach Mike Young has bolstered Virginia Tech’s roster with transfers, while the NCAA Tournament expands and the ACC schedule omits a matchup with Duke.
Jun 2, 2026
Alexandros Samodurov Commits to UNC, Adding EuroLeague Depth to Tar Heels Roster
Greek forward Alexandros Samodurov has pledged to the University of North Carolina, bringing professional experience and EuroLeague championship pedigree to the Tar Heels.
May 30, 2026
Greek Forward Alexandros Samodurov Commits to UNC Basketball Class of 2026
Alexandros Samodurov, a Greek forward, has pledged to play for the University of North Carolina in the 2026‑27 season, bringing size and experience to a roster that already includes his former teammate Neoklis Avdalas. Inside the program, analysts Sherrell McMillan, Joey Powell and Sean Moran discuss the strategic impact of the new addition.
May 30, 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
Alexandros Samodurov Commits to UNC, Bolstering Tar Heels’ Frontcourt
A decorated professional career and a strong showing at the FIBA U‑20 Eurobasket have earned the Greek big man a spot on the Tar Heels roster for the upcoming season
May 30, 2026
Florida Gators Ascend to No. 1 as Draft Withdrawal Reshapes AP Top 25
The NBA Draft withdrawal deadline has clarified rosters and reshaped the projected AP Top 25 for men's college basketball, with Florida Gators moving to the top spot after Reuben Chinyelu's return and other notable transfers.
May 28, 2026
College Basketball Power Shifts as Key Players Commit to New Programs
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.
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
Hokies Basketball Eyes Return to the Big Dance
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.
May 27, 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 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
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
Greek Forward Alexandros Samodurov Considers UNC Over Pro Path
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.
May 26, 2026
Virginia Cavaliers Eye ACC Dominance and a Final Four Run by 2027
Virginia basketball aims to become a top contender in the ACC and NCAA tournaments by 2026‑2027, relying on defense, rebounding and shooting improvements.
May 21, 2026