Video: Cade Tyson Wednesday Pre-Elon Press Conference

North Carolina transfer forward Cade Tyson speaks with the media on Wednesday afternoon to discuss the early days of his Tar Heel basketball career, UNC's season-opening game against the Elon Phoenix on Monday night in Chapel Hill, and much more. (View Video)

Tar Heels Aren't Taking Seminoles and Their Football Brand Lightly

There could be countless reasons for UNC to overlook the reeling Florida State football program, but its past resume speaks for itself. "It’s Florida State at the end of the day," said UNC defensive back Alijah Huzzie. "You can’t look at their record, you can’t look at the losses they’ve taken cause they got probably some of the best athletes in college football." (Tar Heel Illustrated)

Hubert Davis hopes exhibition gave UNC early lesson on importance of defense, rebounding

It took UNC 11 games last season to figure out that defense and rebounding were catalysts for success. Hubert Davis hopes that message will come quicker after the choppy beginning of the No. 9 Tar Heels’ exhibition win Sunday over Johnson C. Smith. It was a 127-63 blowout, but only after the team fully engaged on those two crucial elements. (Tar Heel Tribune)

Following multiple injuries, Ciera Toomey finds new love for basketball

Ciera Toomey is healthy and ready to place her mark on UNC women's basketball. The stretch big is learning from preseason All-ACC forward Alyssa Ustby with a renewed mindset to never take basketball for granted. Toomey’s almost 600-day absence since her last competitive game gave her a unique perspective on basketball she didn’t have before. (Daily Tar Heel)

Kaimon Rucker to Donate $10,000 to Helene Relief Efforts

Tar Heel defender Kaimon Rucker has long believed in helping people however he can, and with his $10,000 donation to the MANNA FoodBank in Asheville, N.C., he is helping victims of Hurricane Helene in a big way. "For me, it was heartbreaking," Rucker said. "Why not use my platform from the NIL I earn here to give back to the people who need it?" (Carolina NIL)

UNC Women's Basketball Transfer Grace Townsend Finds Perfect Fit At UNC

Four years ago, Grace Townsend was a 5-foot-5 walk-on at the University of Richmond. By March 2024, she was one of two players UNC coach Courtney Banghart targeted in the portal. Following a 469-point season, Townsend earned Atlantic 10 All Championship Team and All-Conference honors. Banghart’s unique approach to recruiting stood out. (Daily Tar Heel)

Video: Hubert Davis Pre-Elon Press Conference

North Carolina head men's basketball coach Hubert Davis speaks with the media on Wednesday afternoon ahead of the Tar Heels' season-opening matchup against the Elon Phoenix on Monday night, November 4 (9:00, ACC Network) at the Smith Center in Chapel Hill. (View Video)

Quiet Hampton And His Heavy Workload May Eventually Spark A Speech

As loud as Omarion Hampton is when his pads pop defenders on the football field, he’s quiet off of it. Very little can get UNC’s All-America running back to talk. Not even passing the 1,000-yard rushing mark for the second straight season, like he did against Virginia on Saturday. Don’t expect Hampton to pound his chest and boast about the accomplishment. (Tar Heel Illustrated)

Ian Jackson, Drake Powell Named Candidates For Julius Erving Award

UNC freshmen Ian Jackson and Drake Powell have earned spots on the preseason watchlist for the Julius Erving Award, given annually to the nation's best small forward. The Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame announced the 20 watch-list candidates on Wednesday. The Julius Erving Award recognizes the top small forward in men's college basketball. (GoHeels.com)

Blanca Thomas brings scoring, height to UNC Women's Basketball frontcourt

As a 6-foot-3 middle schooler, Blanca Thomas always stood out. Forced to squat in pictures for most of her life, Thomas struggled with confidence. Then, she found basketball. What used to make her feel insecure eventually led to UNC. Now, the Tar Heel freshman center stands closer to 6-foot-6. She still stands out, but it's an asset she's embraced. (Daily Tar Heel)

Video: Locked On Tar Heels - UNC Basketball Bold Predictions

Can the North Carolina Tar Heels dominate the ACC with a 19-1 record this season? Discover bold predictions for the UNC basketball team, including Ian Jackson's potential to lead the team in free throw attempts, Drake Powell's shot at winning ACC 6th Man of the Year, and more. (View Video)

Alyssa Ustby Named To Cheryl Miller Award Watchlist

One of the best forwards in ACC women's basketball, North Carolina's Alyssa Ustby has earned a spot on the Cheryl Miller Small Forward of the Year Award Preseason Watchlist presented by the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame. Ahead of the 2024-25 season, Ustby already has been named Preseason All-ACC and selected to the Naismith Trophy Watchlist. (GoHeels.com)

RJ Davis Earns Spot On Naismith Player Of The Year Watchlist

North Carolina senior guard RJ Davis is a member of the preseason watchlist for the 2024-25 Naismith Trophy National Player of the Year award. Davis was a first-team AP and consensus All-America last season. He also was named the 2024-25 Preseason ACC Player of the Year and an Associated Press first-team Preseason All-America earlier this month. (GoHeels.com)

Maria Gakdeng looks to bring increased confidence, versatility to UNC Women's Basketball

North Carolina senior center Maria Gakdeng is confident. She's positive. She's boisterous. She yields her iPad with ease as she documents off-court life and teammate interactions. Even after a loss to South Carolina in the NCAA Tournament last season, Gakdeng still had confidence. And no one who has watched her YouTube vlogs can deny that. (Daily Tar Heel)

UNC freshman forward James Brown looks to make an impact by 'doing the little things'

James Brown doesn't like contacts. So instead, the freshman forward wears goggles. It's become his signature look. And since committing to North Carolina in January 2023, Brown has had a year and a half to envision his life as a Tar Heel. He knows that he is not going to be the go-to-guy this season, but he has an opportunity to make a difference. (Daily Tar Heel)

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