Inside Michael Malone's $20 million UNC Basketball roster at and what to expect for the Tar Heels

The consensus around college basketball's exploding market is that you need $10 million to be an NCAA Tournament team, $15 million to compete for a conference title, and north of $20 million to win the National Championship. Michael Malone's first Tar Heels roster checks in at $20 million but does not begin as a Tier 1 National Championship contender. (CBS Sports)

No. 19 UNC Volleyball Remains Undefeated With 3-1 Win Over James Madison

No. 19 UNC Volleyball (3-0) remains undefeated with a 3-1 win Thursday over JMU (2-1) at Carmichael Arena (21-25, 25-21, 25-18, 25-19, Highlights). This was the first of the Tar Heels' two-game series they are hosting in Chapel Hill, featuring the Dukes and Colorado State. Opposite hitter Chelsea Thorpe led the offensive front for UNC with 14 kills. (GoHeels.com)

Michael Lombardi out as UNC investigators probe allegations into Steve Belichick, staff, players

North Carolina Football general manager Michael Lombardi resigned on Thursday after a tumultuous tenure in Chapel Hill working alongside head coach Bill Belichick. But the investigation is still ongoing and lawyers hired by the university are now focused on behaviors by defensive coordinator Steve Belichick, people familiar with the investigation report. (WRAL.com)

Video: Courtney Banghart Thursday Women's Basketball Press Conference

North Carolina head women's basketball coach Courtney Banghart speaks with the media on Thursday afternoon to discuss the Tar Heels' preseason preparations, new roster additions, UNC's challenging schedule, and more. (View Video)

Michael Lombardi Resigns From UNC Football General Manager Role

"Michael Lombardi has resigned as General Manager of the University of North Carolina’s football program," the school announced. "The University will continue its investigation and will consider all appropriate corrective actions." The move comes after the university placed Lombardi on paid administrative leave July 27, following a human resources complaint. (Inside Carolina)

UNC Football Unveils Alternate Uniforms Inspired By 1980 ACC Championship Team

In conjunction with the 100th Season of Kenan Stadium, Carolina Football has unveiled a new alternate uniform inspired by the 1980 ACC Championship Team. The jerseys feature the text CAROLINA across the front, while helmets have the UNC Stairstep logo donned by Tar Heel greats such as Lawrence Taylor, Amos Lawrence and Donnell Thompson. (GoHeels.com)

UNC Women's Basketball Hosts Local Media Day

The energy is building as UNC Women's Basketball welcomed members of the media to Carmichael Arena to preview the 2026-27 Tar Heels. "As coaches, we get to build brick by brick. It's one of our most important months with what you emphasize, what you celebrate, and what you correct," said coach Courtney Banghart. "You're building your foundation." (GoHeels.com)

Video: Locked On Tar Heels - Cameron Fens' Eligibility Whiplash

Tar Heel Basketball faces eligibility chaos as Cameron Fens navigates last-minute NCAA rulings that could reshape the season. Coach Bill Robinson joins Isaac Schade to discuss how fluctuating player status upends team chemistry, role definition, and coaching plans at UNC. (View Video)

Michael Malone says tough love about accountability, but shows players he cares

Michael Malone was known during his NBA coaching career for being direct with his players and applying tough love to make them better. Malone, about to start his first season as UNC Basketball coach, said that will not change but emphasized it’s important to first let players know he loves them so they know criticism is coming from a good place. (Tar Heel Tribune)

Bill Belichick’s Two-Year Players Paying Defensive Dividends

This year, when UNC again faced TCU in its opener, the Tar Heels’ personnel continuity was much higher, and that single factor played an enormous role in the Tar Heels’ 15-10 victory over the Horned Frogs in Dublin, Ireland. "This year, these guys came out with a whole different attitude, and they were going to fight for 60 minutes," Bill Belichick said. (Chapelboro.com)

Why the Dallas Cowboys chose Sam Howell as their backup quarterback

On Monday, the Dallas Cowboys made their backup quarterback decision when the team waived Joe Milton, keeping Sam Howell on their roster behind Dak Prescott. Cowboys coach Brian Schottenheimer said Tuesday it was a "very, very hard decision." "We just felt like Sam had done a little bit more in terms of executing the offense in certain areas." (Dallas Cowboys)

Video: IC Podcast - Great Expectations? UNC Basketball Goes All In

College Basketball analyst Rob Harrington and Tommy Ashley from Inside Carolina discuss the news of UNC's 20 million dollar basketball roster and the renewed expectations that come along with it. (View Video)

The Latest From UNC Basketball Coach Michael Malone on Cameron Fens

UNC Basketball coach Michael Malone commented on fifth-year center Cameron Fens, who is currently ineligible to play in games after the Tennessee Court of Appeals issued an order staying the injunction on Aug. 26: "Cameron is eligible to work out, practice, and condition. He's a huge part of our team. All of those things will take care of themselves." (TarHeel247)

Video: Michael Malone Thursday Pre-Season Press Conference

North Carolina head men's basketball coach Michael Malone speaks with the media on Thursday to announce his full coaching staff, discuss eligibility updates on center Cameron Fens, share progress on summer workouts, integrating new teammates, and more. (View Video)

Michael Malone Announces UNC Basketball Staff for 2026-27

UNC Basketball coach Michael Malone announced a coaching and development group that includes several returning members of the Carolina basketball program (Sean May, Pat Sullivan, Eric Hoots), three coaches from other college teams (Chuck Martin, Bryan Tibaldi, Jorge Sanz) and two former Tar Heel standouts (Brandon Robinson, Deon Thompson). (GoHeels.com)

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