UNC Basketball

Complete coverage of North Carolina Tar Heels Basketball.

Lucas: Building Habits

It wasn't that different. That's what everyone wants to know, isn't it? Was the first official practice of the Michael Malone era a radical departure from the Carolina Basketball that we all know and love? No, it wasn't. Keep in mind that a "first practice" in 2026 is very different than a "first practice" a decade ago. And there was plenty of teaching. (GoHeels.com)

Sleepless nights while making Dean Smith proud: Antawn Jamison’s hand in hiring Michael Malone

Having a role in hiring the coach of a program he holds so dear meant the world to Antawn Jamison because he knew it would have made Dean Smith proud. But it also meant some sleepless nights. Michael Malone was already on Steve Newmark’s radar when the now-UNC athletics director consulted the Carolina basketball legend because of his NBA ties. (Tar Heel Tribune)

Video: Tyler Hansbrough, Antawn Jamison on co-teaching J-School, Michael Malone, UNC Basketball

During the previous school year, Tyler Hansbrough co-taught a Sports Communication class at the UNC Hussman School of Journalism. This school year, Antawn Jamison is in that role. The two Tar Heel legends discussed that experience, UNC Basketball, and their expectations in the Michael Malone era. (View Video)

Antawn Jamison Returns to Carolina in New Role at UNC Hussman

Antawn Jamison has already left a lasting mark at UNC. Now, nearly three decades after completing one of the most accomplished basketball careers in program history, Jamison is back in Chapel Hill in a much different role. Jamison joined the UNC Hussman School of Journalism and Media this fall as a visiting professor of the practice for sports communication. (Tar Heel Blue)

Video: Locked On Tar Heels - Can UNC Basketball Repeat a Perfect Home Schedule?

Can UNC Basketball replicate its perfect home record this season, or will a tougher Smith Center schedule prove too much for a retooled Tar Heel squad under a new coach? Isaac Schade and Jonathan Adams break down North Carolina's chances. (View Video)

Video: TarHeel247 - UNC Basketball Practice Begins

North Carolina Basketball starts practice for the 2026-27 season on Tuesday, and to get people going, David Sisk and Andrew Jones of TarHeel247 discuss all aspects of Michael Malone's Tar Heels, answers questions from viewers, and much more. (View Video)

UNC Basketball Opens Practice Tuesday for 2026-27 Season

Welcome back, North Carolina Basketball. After months of roster building, recruiting, and team-bonding, Year One of the Michael Malone coaching era begins on Tuesday as the Tar Heels meet for their first official practice, just six weeks away from their first regular-season game. Malone is UNC's first outside-the-family hire in more than seven decades. (TarHeel247)

Video: Locked On Tar Heels - First Day Of Basketball Practice Full Of Opportunity

The Tar Heels tip off basketball practice Tuesday with a chip on their shoulder after national analytics grade them a C-minus. Can Coach Michael Malone’s revamped squad prove the doubters wrong? Isaac Schade breaks down how UNC could outperform its below normal preseason rankings. (View Video)

Where Michael Malone’s first team falls in preseason rankings as practice starts

As UNC Basketball officially opens practice Tuesday in its first season under Coach Michael Malone, the unofficial preseason rankings give the Tar Heels a modest but respectable starting point. Blue Ribbon Yearbook slotted Carolina at No. 25 in its national rankings that Chris Dortch compiled, as did Gary Parrish in his "Top 25 And 1" for CBS Sports. (Tar Heel Tribune)

Atlanta Hawks rookie Henri Veesaar expected to miss season with torn ACL

Atlanta Hawks rookie Henri Veesaar is expected to miss the 2026-27 season after tearing the ACL in his right knee. Veesaar suffered the injury during a workout on Sept. 15 and will undergo surgery in October. The 7-foot center was drafted by the LA Clippers and traded to Atlanta. He averaged 17 points and 8.7 rebounds his senior season at UNC. (ESPN)

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