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
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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
Michael Malone Takes the Helm of UNC Basketball as ACC Rankings Shift
The Tar Heels are poised to rebound, but analyst Isaac Trotter ranks them fifth in the ACC, highlighting both promise and uncertainty.
Jun 4, 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
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
Terrence Brown Joins UNC Basketball Ahead of Final Season
Senior guard Terrence Brown, a Minneapolis native, has committed to the University of North Carolina, adding a proven scoring record to the Tar Heels' roster.
May 29, 2026
Terrence Brown Joins UNC Basketball Program
Terrence Brown, a 6‑foot‑3 point guard with a proven track record, has officially committed to the University of North Carolina, where he is expected to start at point guard next season.
May 29, 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
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
Utah Basketball Courts a New Global Path for 2026‑27
The University of Utah’s men’s basketball program is reshaping its lineup with overseas talent, aiming to rebound from a challenging year and rebuild around fresh depth and experience.
May 25, 2026
Boise State Broncos eye Pac‑12 debut amid roster and schedule tests
Boise State is set to join the Pac‑12 in 2026, bringing a three‑time defending Mountain West champion roster into a new conference landscape.
May 22, 2026
Former Utah Players Find New Homes as Offseason Winds Down
As the 2026‑27 college basketball season approaches, former Utah athletes are finalizing transfers, with most landing on power‑conference and mid‑major teams.
May 19, 2026
Big 12 Basketball’s Transfer Portal Shake‑Up: Key Additions, Losses and What Lies Ahead
The transfer portal has reshaped Big 12 basketball, bringing new stars and creating critical gaps that will define each team’s outlook for the upcoming season.
May 19, 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
St. John’s Climbs to No. 16 as Theo Edema Commits, Rick Pitino Eyes More Additions
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.
May 18, 2026
ACC Basketball’s Transfer Portal Overhaul: Who Gained, Who Lost, and What Still Ails the League
The Atlantic Coast Conference entered the 2026‑27 offseason as a laboratory for the transfer portal, with four of the league’s seven elite transfer classes originating from within its borders. This analysis maps each team’s biggest gains, most painful losses and the key gaps that remain as the new season approaches.
May 18, 2026
Duke’s Recruiting Edge Over UNC Ahead of 2026 Class
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.
May 15, 2026
Mike Malone Takes the Helm at UNC, but Duke’s Recruiting Edge Looms Large
North Carolina hires Mike Malone to replace Hubert Davis, sparking a recruiting showdown with Duke and reshaping the team's title outlook.
May 15, 2026
Utah Basketball Announces 2026‑27 Non‑Conference Slate
The University of Utah reveals its early‑season schedule, featuring a home game against Abilene Christian and several key roster changes that will shape the team's approach to the upcoming Big 12 campaign.
May 14, 2026
Kevin Thomas Commits to UNC, Adding Versatility to Tar Heels’ 2026 Class
The 6-foot-7 wing from Florida announced his pledge to North Carolina on Instagram, marking a pivotal addition to the Tar Heels' roster.
May 13, 2026