Video: Locked On Tar Heels - Key Factors For Saturday's UNC vs. Duke Basketball Matchup

All eyes are on the North Carolina Tar Heels as they gear up to face Duke in a game where the backcourt battle, not just the stars Caleb Wilson and Cam Boozer, will determine who comes out on top. Isaac Schade breaks down why Derek Dixon’s poise and Seth Trimble’s leadership are crucial for UNC. (View Video)

UNC Men's Golf Debuts Spring Slate In Hawai'i

North Carolina men's golf returns to competition on Thursday, February 5 through Saturday in Hawai'i in the Amer Ari Invitational, hosted by Hawai'i-Hilo at the Mauna Mani Resort's North Course. This is the fifth consecutive year the Tar Heels are scheduled to play in the Amer Ari Invitational. Carolina won the event in 2024 and was runner-up last year. (GoHeels.com)

Ranking the five biggest moments in Smith Center history

Amid conversations about the future of the Smith Center, what remains true is the rich history of the arena. Some of the biggest moments in UNC basketball history have occurred there. Here is a ranking of the top five games in the Smith Center. 5. The first game in the new arena was a rivalry matchup between the No. 1 Tar Heels and No. 3 Duke. (Daily Tar Heel)

UNC Basketball’s defensive adjustments have slowed opponents' perimeter production

UNC Basketball's recent defensive growth hasn’t been about reinventing the Tar Heels’ approach but making adjustments. After some recurring struggles much of the season, especially giving up too many open shots from outside the arc, No. 14 UNC (18-4, 6-3 ACC standings) has made strides in how it defends ball screens during its 4-game win streak. (Tar Heel Tribune)

Video: Theo Pinson, John Henson Discuss UNC vs Duke Matchup, Epic Rivalry Stories

UNC Basketball legends Theo Pinson and John Henson discuss Saturday’s rivalry showdown against Duke in Chapel Hill, the Tar Heels' recent win over Syracuse, how the blown lead might impact team morale heading into Saturday's game, and rivalry stories from their own battles with the Blue Devils. (View Video)

Turn Carmichael Navy! UNC Women's Basketball Hosts Clemson Thursday - Pregame Notes

Following a thrilling victory over NC State on Monday, North Carolina Women's Basketball is back in action for its second of three games this week as it takes on Clemson Thursday at Carmichael Arena. The Tar Heels ride a five-game winning streak and have won the last nine meetings against the Tigers, as action tips off at 6 p.m. on ACC Network. (GoHeels.com)

The key to Super Bowl quarterback Drake Maye's success? Being a little brother

In sports, some siblings are so accomplished they can be recognized only by their surnames. The Manning brothers. The Williams sisters. In North Carolina they have the Mayes: four brothers who are all strong athletes. By his own description, Drake Maye was the "runt" of the family. He was the "instigator," the one who tried to get under the others’ skin. (NBC News)

Video: Big Hitters Podcast - Adam Smith on UNC Basketball, Duke Preview

Adam Smith and Ross Martin discuss UNC Basketball halfway through the ACC schedule, what has to happen for the Tar Heels to beat Duke on Saturday, the Smith Center debate, and much more. (View Video)

Next Up for Much-Improved UNC: Duke, ACC’s Toughest Schedule

The is going to be interesting. UNC (18-4, 6-3 ACC standings) now faces by far the toughest remaining regular-season schedule in the entire ACC, bookended by a visit from No. 4 Duke on Saturday and a rematch against the Blue Devils in Durham on March 7. The Tar Heels appear to have a much sturdier foundation than they had just a month ago. (Chapelboro.com)

Podcast: Hubert Davis Live - Marcus Paige Hosts, Duke Preview, Fan Questions

UNC Basketball Assistant Coach Marcus Paige joins Jones Angell to talk about North Carolina's win over Georgia Tech, preview the upcoming matchup against Duke, answer Tar Heel fans' questions, and more. (Listen To Podcast)

As NIL, transfer portal dominate recruiting, the nature of the UNC-Duke rivalry is changing

The UNC-Duke rivalry is built on its history. Today, few of the players are from North Carolina. Some have played Duke on other teams, but the intensity of those games is different. "The driving factor in a lot of ways now is money, and I don't think that's necessarily a bad thing. These players can make generational wealth," Cormac Ryan said. (Daily Tar Heel)

What Caleb Wilson, UNC basketball players said about Duke rivalry

North Carolina freshman Caleb Wilson and the No. 14 Tar Heels finally get their first shot against Cameron Boozer and the Duke Blue Devils on Saturday, Feb. 2 (6:30 p.m., ESPN) at the Smith Center. Following UNC’s 87-77 win against Syracuse, Wilson and two other newcomers discussed the opportunity to be a part of college basketball’s best rivalry. (MSN.com)

The Arena Decision and the UNC Basketball Family's Fight to Save the Smith Center

In the hours before North Carolina took the court at Rupp Arena to play Kentucky on Tuesday, December 2, longtime Tar Heel basketball supporters Rusty Carter and Hunter Morin stepped into a small meeting room at the Hyatt Regency in downtown Lexington for an hour-long conversation with UNC executive associate athletic director Steve Newmark. (Inside Carolina)

Video: This Week in UNC Baseball - Pitching, Depth Have Diamond Heels Prepped for Success in 2026

UNC Baseball Associate Head Coach / Pitching Coach Bryant Gaines joins Tommy Ashley and Grace Nugent of Inside Carolina for a wide-ranging discussion of the Tar Heels' strong arms and how the North Carolina coaching staff built the group that looks to carry the Diamond Heels deep into the postseason. (View Video)

Coby White Traded To Charlotte Hornets

Coby White is coming home to North Carolina. The Chicago Bulls have traded White and Mike Conley Jr. to the Charlotte Hornets for Collin Sexton, Ousmane Dieng, and three second-round draft picks. White is a Goldsboro native who had one sensational season at North Carolina, becoming the 12th former UNC player to play for an NBA team in Charlotte. (Tar Heel Tribune)

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