UNC forward Jarin Stevenson and his family bring a world of experience to Chapel Hill

When you play for UNC, the Smith center is always open. "Let's start with the three warm up series," Jarod Stevenson said as his son, Jarin, finished stretching. It was a little after 9:00 p.m., the second practice for the UNC forward. Jarin Stevenson practices once with his team and again with his family. Parents know best when they both played basketball. (WRAL.com)

Chansky’s Notebook: Recalibrating

Hubert Davis is no stranger to the stakes of the NCAA Tournament, and said he’s been careful to not let his team get too wound up. Last week, he brought his players to a driving range to let the team relax. Perhaps it was that release of tension which contributed to Carolina’s rugged practice. Davis hopes the Tar Heels can focus on their new season. (Chapelboro.com)

What to know about UNC basketball’s first-round March Madness opponent

The Rams, who carry a six-game winning streak into the NCAA Tournament, have won 16 of their last 17 games. VCU is 15th nationally in 3-point shooting percentage, knocking down 36.7% of its shots. Terrence Hill Jr., Jadrian Tracey and Nyk Lewis have attempted at least 125 shots from beyond the arc, with each of them making at least 35%. (MSN.com)

Video: Locked On Tar Heels - Game Day! UNC Basketball Takes On VCU in NCAA Tournament

UNC Basketball gears up for March Madness, determined to rebound from a tough ACC Tournament loss to Clemson. Can Seth Trimble and company rediscover their winning edge against VCU? Isaac Schade and Bill Robinson break down the Tar Heels’ path forward. (View Video)

UNC's Derek Dixon and High School Best Friend Nyk Lewis To Meet in NCAA Tournament

Derek Dixon and Nyk Lewis have been best friends since high school. They spoke every week this season, keeping up across separate college paths—Dixon at UNC, Lewis at VCU. But this week? Silence. No calls. No words. Selection Sunday had thrown them into a scenario neither could have imagined. Lewis texted a photo of the bracket on his TV to Dixon. (TarHeel247)

UNC vs. VCU Basketball Preview: Tar Heels Face Rams in First Round of NCAA Tournament

The Rams enter March Madness after winning their third Atlantic 10 title in four years. With a second place, 15-3 regular-season conference record, VCU defeated Dayton, 70-62, in the conference title game to earn its 12th trip to the NCAA Tournament since 2010. The Rams finished the season winning 16 of their last 17 games to improve to 27-7. (Inside Carolina)

Caleb Wilson experiencing 'way more highs than lows' despite injury

All smiles in the locker room and on the court in Greenville, South Carolina as UNC Basketball continued preparation for VCU in the first round of the NCAA Tournament, Caleb Wilson encouraged teammates from the baseline, attempted shots from everywhere with his left hand, and signed autographs for fans as best he could with his right hand. (MSN.com)

VCU Pre-UNC Press Conference Video and Transcript

Video and complete transcript from VCU’s press conference on Wednesday with head Coach Phil Martelli Jr. and players Terrence Hill Jr., Jordan Tillery, Lazar Djokovic, and Brandon Jennings ahead of the Rams’ first-round NCAA Tournament matchup against North Carolina on Thursday in Greenville, South Carolina. (Tar Heel Tribune)

Luka Bogavac's Newest Acclimation Phase is Learning about March Madness

Luka Bogavac knew a little bit about the NCAA Tournament before arriving in Chapel Hill from Montenegro. He was familiar with UNC's basketball brand. That truly is worldwide. The NCAA Tournament, however, was a bit different for the 6-foot-6 Tar Heel guard. It bears little structural resemblance to what he experienced last season in the Adriatic League. (TarHeel247)

Where Henri Veesaar ranks among top 50 men's college basketball players in March Madness

29. Henri Veesaar, UNC: After Caleb Wilson suffered a hand fracture, Veesaar became the leader of a North Carolina squad that needed one. He has averaged 18.1 points, 7.3 rebounds, and 1.3 blocks the past six games. The Tar Heels have been top-35 in adjusted offensive efficiency in those games, too -- far from a collapse with Wilson sidelined. (ESPN)

Marcus Paige's memorable 3-pointer didn't win an NCAA title, but his legacy as a Tar Heel is secure

The UNC locker room was so quiet you could hear the heartbeat of a season ending in ash. Marcus Paige sat with his head down, unable to process how his miraculous, double-clutch three-pointer, a shot Roy Williams called the "toughest" he’d ever seen, had been erased by Kris Jenkins. Michael Jordan told Paige he had nothing to be ashamed of. (Sporting News)

Caleb Wilson says it’s hard to sit and watch, no decision yet on future yet

Caleb Wilson will no doubt enter the NBA draft, but said he hasn’t figured that out yet. "No, I haven’t decided that," Wilson said when asked Wednesday about the possibility of returning. "I love Carolina. It’s a great place to play and be at, and it’s been the most fun year of my life. So it would definitely be hard to say no." There is a clear pull in both directions. (Tar Heel Tribune)

Caleb Wilson Q&A: 'I've Had The Best Experiences Of My Life Here'

Caleb Wilson spoke to reporters Wednesday, one day after learning his No. 8 jersey will hang in the Smith Center rafters. On his time at UNC: "Honestly, it’s been a whole bunch of fun, from the basketball aspect to also just hanging out with my friends and enjoying Franklin Street. So it’s definitely been great. I’ve had the best experiences of my life here." (Inside Carolina)

Video: TarHeel247 Podcast - John Henson Previews UNC vs. VCU

Former UNC and longtime NBA forward John Henson joins Noah Weiskopf to discuss the locker-room vibes as the Tar Heels enter March Madness, Thursday's matchup against the VCU Rams, the question of whether program standards are slipping under Hubert Davis, and more. (View Video)

VCU Respects UNC's Brand, but Thursday's Game is about Business

VCU isn't treating its appearance in the NCAA Tournament like a field trip; the Rams are calling this a "business trip" and aren't in awe of facing a brand such as North Carolina in the first round on Thursday. "It's a well-known name," VCU guard Brandon Jennings said. "We're going to take advantage of this opportunity, and we're going to handle business." (TarHeel247)

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