Caleb Wilson, UNC basketball players on NBA Summer League rosters

NBA Summer League 2026 tips off July 3 in California, July 4 in Utah, and July 9 in Las Vegas. UNC basketball will have plenty of representation, including Chicago Bulls rookie Caleb Wilson and Atlanta Hawks rookie Henri Veesaar. Plus, R.J. Davis, San Antonio; Pete Nance and Cormac Ryan, Milwaukee; Drake Powell, Brooklyn; Seth Trimble, Washington. (AOL.com)

New UNC guard Terrence Brown swarmed by excited Tar Heel basketball campers

If you needed yet another reason to get excited about Univeristy of North Carolina signing Terrence Brown, the electric guard just provided it in a big way. Over in Chapel Hill, a summer camp took center stage, with youngsters fired up to not only participate, but also to have the chance to meet stars on the team. Brown delivered there and then some. (Keeping It Heel)

The day Daugherty suggested Norwood lay out driving Jordan during pickup game

Michael Norwood knew not to get in Michael Jordan’s way when Jordan had a breakaway. Norwood, a former UNC team captain who played in the 1980s, had the perfect view during a summer pickup game when Jordan delivered his rock-the-cradle dunk. "I get out of the way," Norwood said. Brad Daugherty didn’t think that was the proper response. (Tar Heel Tribune)

Orioles prospect Vance Honeycutt showing more glimpses of tantalizing talent with Frederick Keys

Outfielder Vance Honeycutt blends athleticism, speed and sterling defense in a 6-foot-3 frame. He’s a clubhouse leader. When he makes contact, the ball often leaps off his bat. In his last season at North Carolina, Honeycutt set the Tar Heels’ single-season (28) and career (65) home run records while stealing 28 bases. Yet, his stock has fallen since then. (Yahoo! Sports)

Re-visiting UNC's 2026 season after College World Series run

UNC proved itself as one of college baseball's best teams in 2026, making it to the third College World Series Finals in program history. UNC won 54 games, reaching the 50-win plateau for the first time since 2013. The Diamond Heels earned themselves plenty of high-profile victories, including Ole Miss, West Virginia, Oklahoma and USC in the postseason. (USA Today)

UNC alumna brings budding business to Chapel Hill

Jillian and Mitchell Kinkeade recently relocated TheRightOne, the company they started to replace popular brands of wireless earbuds for customers, to 200 W. Franklin St. Mitchell Kinkeade (CEO) and Jillian Kinkeade ’19 (chief growth officer) are capitalizing on the entrepreneurial energy of a community very familiar to her as a Carolina alumna. (UNC.edu)

What new college eligibility rules mean for the future of UNC Basketball

The new five-year clock for NCAA eligibility will start on an athlete’s 19th birthday or on the date of first full-time college enrollment if the player is younger. That means Maximo Adams’ window does not begin until January 2027, while Sayon Keita and Malloy Smith hit 19 next March. Kevin Thomas turned 18 last month, but his clock began when he enrolled. (USA Today)

UNC Track & Field Announces Addition Of All-American JJ Olivera

The future of North Carolina Track & Field is bright with Director of Track and Field/Cross Country Chris Miltenberg announcing the addition of All-America pole vaulter, JJ Olivera. Olivera heads to Chapel Hill following two seasons at High Point, where he earned NCAA Outdoor Honorable Mention All-America after placing 17th overall at the NCAA Championships. (GoHeels.com)

Best college football players of all time by jersey number

49. Julius Peppers, DE, North Carolina: A two-sport athlete for the Tar Heels, Peppers dominated on the football field. In 2000, he led the nation with 15 sacks and set a UNC record with 24 tackles for loss. The following year, he won the Lombardi Award as best lineman in the country and Bednarik Award as the best defensive player in college football. (ESPN)

Leaky Black Waived By Washington Wizards

The Washington Wizards announced on Wednesday afternoon that forward Leaky Black has been waived. The news comes after a limited appearance in his lone season with the organization. After appearing in 15 games and starting in nine, Black averaged 7.1 points and five rebounds per game while shooting 39% from the field and 34.5% from three. (Yahoo! Sports)

Video: TarHeel247 Podcast - UNC Basketball Summer Intel

Andrew Jones and Jacob Turner from TarHeel247 share insights on the latest offseason news from inside the UNC Basketball program, including pickup game details, summer camp sessions, and more. (View Video)

Garrison Brooks To Continue Professional Basketball Career In Japan

Former UNC forward Garrison Brooks is continuing his professional basketball career in Japan with the Saitama Broncos for the 2026-27 season. Brooks, who played for the Tar Heels from 2017-2021 followed by a season at Mississippi State, has previous professional stints with the G League, Lithuania's BC Wolves, and Chiba Jets of Japan's B1 league. (Saitama Broncos)

Video: Locked On Tar Heels - UNC's Top 10 Moments Of 2025-26 - Caleb Wilson Wows Fans

UNC Basketball fans are left wondering what could have been after Caleb Wilson’s electrifying freshman season was cut short by injuries. Plus, questions swirl around Bill Belichick’s first season at the helm of Tar Heels Football, and Reese Brantmeier captures the NCAA women’s singles national championship (View Video)

Cowboys RB Javonte Williams After Breakout Season: 'Got A Lot More To Prove'

Javonte Williams proved that he was a No. 1 running back in 2025, but the Dallas Cowboys running back isn't getting comfortable after his breakout season. "It felt good, just knowing all my hard work paid off, and I got a little bit of security. But I've still got a lot more to prove," Williams said about signing his new contract with the Cowboys this offseason. (FOX Sports)

Henri Veesaar Signs Contract with Atlanta Hawks Worth $9.3 Million

Henri Veesaar, the No. 52 overall pick by Atlanta in the 2026 NBA Draft, has signed a four-year, $9.3 million deal with the Hawks, according to multiple reports. Veesaar, who spent one season at UNC under coach Hubert Davis in 2025-26, elected to forgo his final year of eligibility with the Tar Heels in pursuit of the NBA with hopes of being drafted. (TarHeel247)

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