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Mar 3, 2026; Chapel Hill, North Carolina, USA; North Carolina Tar Heels forward Jarin Stevenson (15) drives through Clemson Tigers guard Ace Buckner (21) during the first half at Dean E. Smith Center. Mandatory Credit: Scott Kinser-Imagn Images

How Jarin Stevenson’s UNC Role Will Expand Under Michael Malone

Logan Lazarczyk
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Sep 8, 2026
Mar 9, 2025; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Denver Nuggets head coach Michael Malone watches his team play against the Oklahoma City Thunder during the first quarter at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images

Michael Malone Solves Major North Carolina Basketball Weakness

Logan Lazarczyk
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Sep 7, 2026
Mar 24, 2025; Denver, Colorado, USA; Denver Nuggets head coach Michael Malone gestures in the third quarter against the Chicago Bulls at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-Imagn Images

Why Malone Navigating Unprecedented Offseason Key for North Carolina

Logan Lazarczyk
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Sep 6, 2026
Mar 27, 2024; Los Angeles, CA, USA; The North Carolina Tar Heels logo on the video board during practice prior to NCAA Tournament at West Regional at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports

5 Key Figures Shaping the North Carolina Tar Heels' Destiny

Logan Lazarczyk
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Sep 6, 2026
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Jan 3, 2026; Dallas, Texas, USA; A view of the North Carolina Tar Heels logo on the shorts of forward Caleb Wilson (8) during the second half against the SMU Mustangs at Moody Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

Why Tar Heels Hold Unsung Advantage in ACC

Logan Lazarczyk
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Sep 6, 2026

Feb 20, 2025; Denver, Colorado, USA; Denver Nuggets head coach Michael Malone calls out in the second half against the Charlotte Hornets at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images

UNC’s Malone Describes What Sayon Keita Will Bring As Rookie

Logan Lazarczyk
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Sep 5, 2026

Feb 7, 2026; Raleigh, North Carolina, USA; Virginia Tech Hokies guard Neoklis Avdalas (17) and forward Tobi Lawal (1) during the second half of the game against the NC State Wolfpack at Lenovo Center. Mandatory Credit: Jaylynn Nash-Imagn Images

Why Neoklis Avdalas Is Key to UNC's Potential

Logan Lazarczyk
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Sep 5, 2026

Feb 14, 2026; Blacksburg, Virginia, USA;  Florida State Seminoles guard Lajae Jones (10) drives with the ball as Virginia Tech Hokies guard Neoklis Avdalas (17) defends during the second half at Cassell Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Brian Bishop-Imagn Images

Why Defense Most Important Factor for UNC in 2026

Logan Lazarczyk
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Sep 5, 2026

Mar 14, 2025; Denver, Colorado, USA; Denver Nuggets head coach Michael Malone in the second quarter against the Los Angeles Lakers at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-Imagn Images

Why UNC’s 2026 Transfer Portal Success Significant for Future Years

Logan Lazarczyk
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Sep 4, 2026
Mar 17, 2025; San Francisco, California, USA; Denver Nuggets head coach Michael Malone claps from the sideline during the fourth quarter against the Golden State Warriors at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: Kelley L Cox-Imagn Images

Realistic Expectations for Each Player on UNC’s Bench

Logan Lazarczyk
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Sep 4, 2026

Apr 1, 2025; Denver, Colorado, USA; Denver Nuggets head coach Michael Malone in the second quarter against the Minnesota Timberwolves at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-Imagn Images

Michael Malone Update on Cameron Fens Adds More UNC Confusion

Logan Lazarczyk
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Sep 4, 2026

Feb 27, 2025; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Denver Nuggets head coach Michael Malone reacts in the fourth quarter against the Milwaukee Bucks at Fiserv Forum. Mandatory Credit: Benny Sieu-Imagn Images

How UNC Basketball Can Flip Narrative in 2026-27

Logan Lazarczyk
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Sep 3, 2026

Mar 19, 2026; Greenville, SC, USA; North Carolina Tar Heels forward Jarin Stevenson (15) dribbles against VCU Rams forward Jadrian Tracey (2) in the second half of a first round game of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Bon Secours Wellness Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images

What We Learned About UNC's Investments in Basketball Roster

Logan Lazarczyk
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Sep 3, 2026

Apr 6, 2025; Denver, Colorado, USA; Denver Nuggets head coach Michael Malone during the third quarter against the Indiana Pacers at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images

Realistic Expectations for Each UNC Player in Projected Starting Five

Logan Lazarczyk
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Sep 3, 2026

Mar 17, 2025; San Francisco, California, USA; Denver Nuggets head coach Michael Malone on the sideline during the first quarter against the Golden State Warriors at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: Kelley L Cox-Imagn Images

Ranking Every Opponent UNC Will Face in 2026-27 Season

Kade Nix
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Sep 2, 2026

Mar 11, 2026; Charlotte, NC, USA; NC State Wolfpack guard Matt Able (3) brings the ball up the court in the second half at Spectrum Center. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-Imagn Images

Why UNC Basketball's Incoming Roster Shows Legitimate Promise

Logan Lazarczyk
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Sep 2, 2026

Feb 20, 2025; Denver, Colorado, USA; Denver Nuggets head coach Michael Malone calls out in the second half against the Charlotte Hornets at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images

UNC's Malone Details Key Differences Between NBA and College

Logan Lazarczyk
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Sep 2, 2026

Nov 14, 2025; Eugene, Oregon, USA; Oregon Ducks head coach Dan Lanning high fives fans before a game between the Oregon Ducks and the Minnesota Golden Gophers at Autzen Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Troy Wayrynen-Imagn Images

Oregon Ducks’ New Partnership Part of Nearly $34 Million Agreement

Bri Amaranthus
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Sep 2, 2026

Apr 6, 2025; Denver, Colorado, USA; Denver Nuggets head coach Michael Malone during the second quarter against the Indiana Pacers at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images

Why UNC's Recruiting Success Could Matter More Than 2026 Record

Kade Nix
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Sep 2, 2026
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