North Carolina Tar Heels News - Sports Illustrated Page 41

ON SI
SI SWIMSUIT
SI FORUMS
SI NEWSLETTERS
SI TICKETS
SI RESORTS
SI SHOPS
SUBSCRIBE NOW

NFL
SOCCER
NBA
MLB
NCAAF
WNBA
FANTASY
BETTING
PREDICTION MARKETS
WATCH
SI TV

Home
Schedule
Roster
Stats
All Tar Heels
Tickets

Mar 3, 2026; Chapel Hill, North Carolina, USA; North Carolina Tar Heels guard Derek Dixon (3) brings the ball up court against the Clemson Tigers during the second half at Dean E. Smith Center. Mandatory Credit: Scott Kinser-Imagn Images

UNC's X-Factor Against VCU Isn't Who You Think

Kade Nix

|

Mar 19, 2026

UNC is favored against VCU in the Round of 64.

VCU vs. UNC Prediction, Odds, Prop Bet for NCAA Tournament 1st Round

Iain MacMillan

|

Mar 19, 2026

Mar 18, 2026; Greenville, SC, USA; North Carolina Tar Heels forward Caleb Wilson (8) during a practice session ahead of the first round of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Bon Secours Wellness Arena. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-Imagn Images

Caleb Wilson Leaves Door Open on Potential Return to UNC

Kade Nix

|

Mar 19, 2026

Former Hofstra star Speedy Claxton has guided the Pride to an NCAA tournament appearance for the first time in his tenure.

Eight College Basketball Legends Now Coaching in the Men’s NCAA Tournament

Mike McDaniel

|

Mar 18, 2026

Schedule

Standings

Team Leaders

Full Team Statistics

Team Rankings

Mar 3, 2026; Chapel Hill, North Carolina, USA; North Carolina Tar Heels center Henri Veesaar (13) celebrates with guard Seth Trimble (7) during the second half against the Clemson Tigers at Dean E. Smith Center. Mandatory Credit: Scott Kinser-Imagn Images

UNC Projected Starting Lineup and Rotation for NCAA Tournament

Logan Lazarczyk

|

Mar 18, 2026

Mar 26, 2017; Memphis, TN, USA; North Carolina Tar Heels forward Luke Maye (32) reacts after a Tar Heel score against the Kentucky Wildcats in the second half during the finals of the South Regional of the 2017 NCAA Tournament at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Justin Ford-Imagn Images

The Best (and Worst) March Madness Moments in UNC History

Justin Backer

|

Mar 18, 2026

Mar 7, 2026; Boulder, Colorado, USA; Arizona Wildcats guard Brayden Burries (5) reacts to his three point score in the second half against the Colorado Buffaloes at the CU Events Center. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images

First Round 2026 NBA Mock Draft Brings Hope for Grizzlies

Adel Burton

|

Mar 18, 2026

Mar 12, 2026; Charlotte, NC, USA; North Carolina Tar Heels guard Seth Trimble (7) on defense against Clemson Tigers guard Ace Buckner (21) during the first half at Spectrum Center. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images

Three VCU Players North Carolina Must Keep Tabs On

Logan Lazarczyk

|

Mar 18, 2026

Mar 7, 2026; Durham, North Carolina, USA; North Carolina Tar Heels head coach Hubert Davis directs his team during the first half against the Duke Blue Devils at Cameron Indoor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Rob Kinnan-Imagn Images

Hubert Davis Lays Out Unique Tournament Strategy for UNC

Logan Lazarczyk

|

Mar 18, 2026

Feb 14, 2026; Chapel Hill, North Carolina, USA; North Carolina Tar Heels head coach Hubert Davis reacts in the first half at Dean E. Smith Center. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-Imagn Images

Hubert Davis’ Delivers Cold Truth About UNC

Logan Lazarczyk

|

Mar 18, 2026

VCU Rams forward Jadrian Tracey celebrates after defeating the Dayton Flyers in the Atlantic 10 championship game.

March Madness Brackets: Expert Predictions for First-Round Upsets in the 2026 NCAA Men’s Tournament

Tyler Lauletta

|

Mar 17, 2026

Mar 12, 2026; Charlotte, NC, USA; North Carolina Tar Heels head coach Hubert Davis reacts in the first half at Spectrum Center. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-Imagn Images

3 Ways the Tar Heels Can Beat VCU in Round of 64

Logan Lazarczyk

|

Mar 17, 2026

Mar 7, 2026; Durham, North Carolina, USA; Injured North Carolina Tar Heels foward Caleb Wilson jokes with teammates prior to a game against the Duke Blue Devils at Cameron Indoor Stadium. The Duke Blue Devils won 76-61. Mandatory Credit: Rob Kinnan-Imagn Images

How UNC Can Survive Caleb Wilson’s Absence in NCAA Tournament

Justin Backer

|

Mar 17, 2026

Mar 12, 2026; Charlotte, NC, USA; North Carolina Tar Heels head coach Hubert Davis reacts in the first half at Spectrum Center. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-Imagn Images

5 Things North Carolina Fans Need to Know About VCU

Logan Lazarczyk

|

Mar 17, 2026

Mar 12, 2026; Charlotte, NC, USA; North Carolina Tar Heels head coach Hubert Davis in the huddle with his team during the first half against the Clemson Tigers at Spectrum Center. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images

UNC Players and Coaches Facing Most Pressure in NCAA Tournament

Logan Lazarczyk

|

Mar 17, 2026

Feb 23, 2026; Chapel Hill, North Carolina, USA; North Carolina Tar Heels guard Seth Trimble (7) reacts after scoring in the second half at Dean E. Smith Center. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-Imagn Images

Key Injury Forces Seth Trimble Into UNC Spotlight

Brandon J. Rincon

|

Mar 17, 2026

Jan 6, 2026; Louisville, Kentucky, USA; Duke Blue Devils forward Cameron Boozer (12) charges into Louisville Cardinals forward Khani Rooths (9) during the second half at KFC Yum! Center. Mandatory Credit: Jamie Rhodes-Imagn Images

2026 NBA Mock Draft: Pacers Add a Franchise Piece as Draft Order Takes Shape

Alex Golden

|

Mar 19, 2026

Mar 12, 2026; Charlotte, NC, USA; North Carolina Tar Heels head coach Hubert Davis with guard Kyan Evans (0) in the first half at Spectrum Center. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-Imagn Images

First-Round Exit Could Put UNC's Davis on Hot Seat

Logan Lazarczyk

|

Mar 17, 2026

The madness is about to begin.

Ranking All 32 Men’s March Madness First-Round Games

Zach Koons

|

Mar 16, 2026

Takedown Policy

Terms and Conditions

SI Accessibility Statement

© 2026 ABG-SI LLC - SPORTS ILLUSTRATED IS A REGISTERED TRADEMARK OF ABG-SI LLC. - All Rights Reserved. The content on this site is for entertainment and educational purposes only. Betting and gambling content is intended for individuals 21+ and is based on individual commentators' opinions and not that of Sports Illustrated or its affiliates, licensees and related brands. All picks and predictions are suggestions only and not a guarantee of success or profit. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, crisis counseling and referral services can be accessed by calling 1-800-GAMBLER.