Caleb Wilson expects to win NBA Rookie of the Year

Caleb Wilson, the No. 4 pick in Tuesday's NBA draft, was asked at a news conference Friday about his expectations for his debut season, and he set his sights on Rookie of the Year. "I expect to have Rookie of the Year, honestly. I'm going to work hard. I'm going to do what it takes. I feel like the team is really good for me and how I envision to play." (ESPN)

UNC Baseball transfer portal tracker, who's in, who's out

As UNC Baseball chases a third trip to Omaha in the last four years, the transfer portal and NIL continue to be a major part of roster building. In their last two CWS appearances, the Tar Heels turned portal additions into valuable pieces that paved the road to Omaha. Here are the Tar Heels’ moves in the transfer portal ahead of the 2027 season. (MSN.com)

Caleb Wilson shares photo of himself in Bulls sweater as a kid

Former North Carolina Tar Heels standout Caleb Wilson now has a new home. On Thursday, he was selected No. 4 overall by the Chicago Bulls as he looks to be the centerpiece for a franchise that has had its fair share of struggles over the years. Wilson wasted no time in sharing an old photo of him in a Bulls sweater, maybe forecasting the future. (USA Today)

Where Bill Belichick lands in On3 Sports' ACC football head coach rankings

With 333 wins, 17 AFC East Titles and six Super Bowls as an NFL head coach, Bill Belichick is undoubtedly the greatest pro football coach of all time. That winning pedigree didn't matter in 2025, with UNC playing to a 4-8 record. In On3 Sports' rankings of all 17 ACC head coaches, ahead of the 2026 season, Belichick ranks second-to-last. (USA Today)

UNC works with consultants to create ‘place vision’ for Carolina North expansion

UNC's Carolina North development continues to move forward. As the project enters its first phase, the university has hired consultants to create a "place vision," which they describe as a "North Star" for the project. Carolina North includes 947 acres; the proposed development site is 230 acres, covering the footprint of former Horace Williams Airport. (WRAL.com)

UNC Football Opponent Snapshot: Virginia

UNC Football travels to Virginia on Nov. 21. The Cavaliers are coming off a breakout season in coach Tony Elliott's fourth season at the helm, going 11-3 and 7-1 in ACC play. Virginia peaked at No. 12 in the AP Poll in 2025. Last season, UNC fell to UVA in overtime, 17-16, at Kenan Stadium after a two-point conversion fell inches short of the goal line. (TarHeel247)

Michael Malone finds 'best feeling in the world' skydiving with Golden Knights

UNC Basketball coach Michael Malone spent a day far from the Smith Center, trading a whistle for a parachute and a leap from thousands of feet up. Malone went skydiving Saturday with the U.S. Army Golden Knights. The setting was different, but the approach carried a familiar tone, confidence, curiosity, and a willingness to try something new. (Tar Heel Tribune)

Armando Bacot's Season in Turkey Comes to an End, Next Stop TBD

Former UNC forward Armando Bacot's lone season with Fenerbahce Beko Istanbul has come to an end. The EuroLeague club confirmed his departure along with three other players following the conclusion of the season. Bacot's role was limited, appearing in 26 EuroLeague games and averaging 2.4 points and 1.8 rebounds in about 10 minutes per game. (BasketNews.com)

2026 NBA Draft fallout: Henri Veesaar, Isaiah Evans leave millions in NIL money on the table

UNC reportedly had a massive NIL contract on the table for Henri Veesaar, who would have been positioned to be the Preseason ACC Player of the Year in 2026-27. He had the option to return to the Tar Heels during the combine, but did not have a change of heart. Sources told CBS Sports that Veesaar had an offer at North Carolina between $3.5-4.5 million. (CBS Sports)

America250 At Carolina

As the nation’s first public university, UNC-Chapel Hill has been guided for more than two centuries by a commitment to lead our state and our nation forward – through discovery, partnership and opportunity. Since 1789, we’ve been first to act, first to innovate, and first to lead, guided by the needs of our state and inspired by what’s possible. (UNC.edu)

UNC basketball: First look at Matt Able in Chapel Hill

Despite Michael Malone working to put the finishing touches on the 2026-27 UNC Basketball roster, there's no longer any worry when it comes to Matt Able. After transferring from NC State, there was concern Able was going to stay in the NBA Draft. Luckily, that's not the case, and he's now in Chapel Hill on his grind to get ready for next season. (Keeping It Heel)

UNC baseball finishes second in final coaches poll of season

The North Carolina Tar Heels' baseball team saw its season end disappointingly on Monday night, falling to Oklahoma in the decisive game three in Omaha. The Tar Heels' bid to win their first national championship came to an end in the 13-2 loss. But it was still a special season for the Tar Heels, making the finals for the first time in over 15 years. (USA Today)

New England Patriots QB Drake Maye Honored With Pair of ESPY Nominations

Despite being several months removed from his debut in the Super Bowl, Drake Maye's sparkling 2025 NFL season continues to be recognized. The New England Patriots quarterback has been announced as a finalist for two ESPY awards this week. He is one of four nominees for the 2026 ESPY for Best Breakthrough Athlete and Best NFL Player. (Sports Illustrated)

UNC Softball Adds Rutgers Transfer Riley Hwang

UNC Softball head coach Megan Smith Lyon announced the signing of infielder transfer Riley Hwang, who comes to Chapel Hill after two seasons with Rutgers as a career .318 hitter across 105 games. Hwang has nine home runs and 42 RBI while playing shortstop. She is fresh off the best season of her career, hitting .346 with eight home runs, and 36 RBI. (GoHeels.com)

Caleb Wilson doesn't shy away from striving to be the best ever

Caleb Wilson left no doubts Friday that he intends to turn around a lackluster Chicago Bulls franchise. Wilson made it clear that he looks to lead a rebound in the Windy City. The incoming rookie also didn't shy away from earlier statements about being the best player ever in an organization that Michael Jordan turned into professional sports royalty. (TarHeel247)

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