P.J. Hairston eager to put UNC troubles in past
Posted Jun 8, 2014
P.J. Hairston met with the Boston Celtics at the NBA draft combine and could be a candidate for their 17th overall pick as the organization seeks a legitimate shooting guard. But Hairston is going to face more scrutiny than other potential draftees. Teams are wary of players who experienced trouble in college, especially run-ins with the law.
(Boston Globe)
Related: Basketball, Tar Heels in the NBA
Video: Michael Malone details his plan to make UNC fanbase proudJon Rothstein sits down with new North Carolina head men's basketball coach Michael Malone on Inside College Basketball Now for a wide-ranging conversation about his...
Tue Aug 18, 2026A Sixth Season, Fifth School: Angelo Brizzi’s Path to Carolina Basketball
The modern era of college athletics certainly has its pros and cons. Angelo Brizzi's path to UNC is a byproduct of that, especially the transfer...
Tue Aug 18, 2026
UNC Basketball coach Michael Malone describes chaotic start with Tar Heels
It's been nearly 4 1/2 months since Michael Malone was introduced as the UNC men's basketball coach. In two months, Malone and the new-look Tar...
Tue Aug 18, 2026
Sayon Keita arrives in Chapel Hill
Two major hurdles have been cleared for freshman center Sayon Keita in a span of a few days. He was approved of his visa, which...
Tue Aug 18, 2026