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)

Group Effort Earns UNC Baseball 8-2 Win Over UNCG

UNC Baseball found itself in a tight battle with visiting UNC Greensboro into the sixth inning Wednesday at Boshamer Stadium. Rom Kellis’ home run off Ethan Nobles highlighted Carolina’s five-run 7th as the Heels won 8-2 (Highlights). On the mound, Carolina’s staff day featured seven Tar Heels, with lefty Tom Chmielewski getting the start. (Inside Carolina)

Video: UNC Players Pre-NCAA Tournament Locker Room Interviews

North Carolina's Caleb Wilson, Jarin Stevenson, Derek Dixon, Luka Bogavac, and Zayden High speak with reporters ahead of the Tar Heels' open practice Wednesday as UNC prepares to face VCU in the first round of the NCAA Tournament on Thursday in Greenville, South Carolina. (View Video)

Seth Trimble says Tar Heels took Clemson loss ‘hard and personal’

As Seth Trimble comes to grips with the reality that he is a loss away from seeing his college career end, UNC's ACC tournament loss led to plenty of frustration. Ahead of Thursday’s first-round game against VCU, Trimble described a week shaped as much by frustration as by intention as the Tar Heels try to make sure a performance like that isn’t repeated. (Tar Heel Tribune)

Video: UNC Men's Basketball Wednesday Open Practice In Greenville, S.C.

The North Carolina men's basketball team goes through drills during an open practice on Wednesday in Greenville, South Carolina ahead of the No. 6 seed Tar Heels' matchup against the No. 11 seed VCU Rams on Thursday night in the first round of the NCAA Tournament. (View Video)

UNC vs. VCU: What to know about Tar Heels' NCAA Tournament first-round opponent

UNC Basketball opens NCAA Tournament play in the South Region on Thursday as a No. 6 seed. The Tar Heels are facing a formidable first-round opponent in No. 11 seed VCU. The Rams have been to the NCAA Tournament 15 times since 2004. Of those 15 appearances, they have five first-round wins, including a victory over No. 6 seed Duke in 2007. (USA Today)

Video: Hubert Davis, Seth Trimble, Henri Veesaar Pre-VCU Press Conference

North Carolina head men's basketball coach Hubert Davis joins guard Seth Trimble and center Henri Veesaar on Wednesday ahead of the Tar Heels' NCAA Tournament first-round matchup Thursday against the VCU Rams in Greenville, South Carolina. (View Video)

Chansky’s Notebook: Back to Greenville

With the trip to Greenville just 3.5 hours from Chapel Hill, the short drive and strong contingent of Tar Heel fans in tow is an encouraging sign for a UNC team which has struggled in hostile environments. Carolina put together its best home record in program history this season with 18 wins and zero losses, but is only 6-8 away from the Smith Center. (Chapelboro.com)

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