Forbes Leads Tar Heels Toward Championship
Scott Forbes emphasizes collective success as the Tar Heels inch closer to the championship, crediting unity and collaboration over individual accolades.
Jun 15, 2026
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Michael Malone’s First 60 Days at UNC: Building a Championship Staff
In his opening months, Coach Michael Malone has assembled a staff that blends alumni wisdom with proven recruiters, aiming to honor UNC's rich basketball heritage while forging a new era.
Jun 9, 2026
Deon Thompson Retires, Returns to UNC as Graduate Assistant Coach
After a 16‑year pro career that included eight championships, two MVP awards and stints overseas, Deon Thompson is hanging up his playing shoes to begin a coaching journey at his alma mater, UNC, under head coach Michael Malone.
May 19, 2026
Deon Thompson Retires, Joins UNC Coaching Staff
Deon Thompson, a former UNC national champion and professional basketball player, has announced his retirement after a 16‑year career that spanned continents. He will now serve as a graduate assistant coach for the North Carolina Tar Heels, bringing his championship pedigree to the next generation of Tar Heels.
May 19, 2026
North Carolina Secures Commitment from Top 2027 Five-Star Forward DeMarcus Henry
North Carolina’s latest scholarship offer to DeMarcus Henry adds a coveted five-star prospect to its roster, highlighting a family rooted in football and a competitive landscape of elite program interest.
May 18, 2026
UNC Secures Commitment from 2027 Five-Star Forward DeMarcus Henry
UNC basketball has offered a scholarship to top prospect DeMarcus Henry, a five-star forward whose family legacy in football adds a unique storyline to his recruitment.
May 18, 2026
Deon Thompson Returns to UNC as Graduate Assistant Coach
Deon Thompson, a 2009 national champion, rejoins the University of North Carolina as a graduate assistant coach while completing a master's degree at Kenan‑Flagler Business School.
May 15, 2026
Malone Adds Tibaldi to UNC Coaching Staff
Michael Malone is shaping his first coaching staff at the University of North Carolina, enlisting Bryan Tibaldi, whose extensive background spans college and NBA roles, to bolster the program’s development and scouting capabilities.
May 14, 2026
Deon Thompson Set to Join Michael Malone’s Coaching Staff at UNC
Deon Thompson, a 2009 NCAA champion with the University of North Carolina, is poised to transition from player to coach under Michael Malone, bringing a decade‑long professional career and academic ambitions to the program.
May 12, 2026
Deon Thompson Returns to Carolina as Malone’s Graduate Assistant
Deon Thompson, a member of UNC's 2009 national championship team, has accepted a graduate‑assistant role on Michael Malone's coaching staff, bringing a global playing résumé and a deep connection to Tar Heel basketball.
May 12, 2026
Deon Thompson Returns to UNC as Coach While Pursuing Business Degree
Former UNC standout Deon Thompson is set to transition into coaching under Michael Malone, while continuing his education at the Kenan‑Flagler Business School.
May 12, 2026