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Mixed Results for UNC Basketball Recruiting Prizes in Final Rankings

The 2025 UNC basketball class still stacks up among the top 10 in the country.
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UNC basketball recruiting signee Derek Dixon
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Hubert Davis didn't compile a top-15 recruiting haul in any of his first three cycles calling the shots as head coach. But the fifth-year UNC basketball leader has now finished inside the top 10 twice in a row.

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As of the final 247Sports rankings update this week, the Tar Heels' three-deep 2025 collection matches their their-deep 2024 class at No. 8 in the country.

Unlike last year, though, only one of UNC's incoming freshmen will arrive in Chapel Hill as a five-star prospect. That distinction belongs to Holy Innocents Episcopal School (Ga.) forward Caleb Wilson, who jumped one spot to No. 8 in the eyes of 247Sports.

The pair of early UNC basketball signees, Gonzaga College High School (D.C.) guard Derek Dixon and Davidson Day School (N.C.) guard Isaiah Denis, both check in as top-tier four-stars, albeit with only one of them remaining among the top 50 talents in the country.

Dixon climbed four notches to No. 45 overall. Meanwhile, 247Sports dropped Denis four spots to No. 52 in the cycle.

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Stay tuned to North Carolina Tar Heels On SI for more UNC basketball recruiting news.

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MATT GILES

Matt Giles is the editor and publisher of North Carolina Tar Heels on SI, Duke Blue Devils on SI, and NC State Wolfpack on SI, making him a key source for comprehensive coverage of these storied college basketball programs. Since joining UNC on SI in 2023, Matt has been dedicated to providing in-depth analysis, breaking news, and exclusive content on all three teams. He covers everything from game previews and recaps to player profiles and recruiting updates. Matt's expert knowledge of these teams has made his work a go-to resource for fans and followers of Duke, NC State, and UNC. As publisher, he shapes the editorial direction, ensuring that the most relevant and timely information reaches his audience.

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