'Wal-Ker Kess-ler' Soaks It In
Posted Feb 28, 2021
When the final seconds ticked off the clock from UNC’s 78-70 victory over No. 11 Florida State at the Smith Center, freshman forward Walker Kessler looked up into the stands and took in the surroundings. He lost himself in the moment, wanting to secure it for years to come. It was special. It was surreal. “Well, it wasn't the empty seats,” he said.
(Tar Heel Illustrated)
Related: Basketball, Basketball Recruiting
Video: Locked On Tar Heels - What's UNC Basketball's Move at Center?Following Henri Veesaar's decision to enter the NBA Draft, UNC Basketball faces the "tall" task of replacing The Big Estonian. Unfortunately, there aren't many current...
Mon Apr 27, 2026Newsletter: Henri Veesaar to NBA Draft, 3 UNC Basketball Commitments, New Transfer Portal Targets
Henri Veesaar declared for the NBA Draft as UNC Basketball landed three transfer portal commitments. Carolina Football hosted recruits and signed four players to NFL...
Mon Apr 27, 2026
Video: Coast To Coast Podcast - UNC Basketball's Roster Construction Continues
New UNC Basketball Coach Michael Malone received a few more additions to his first roster this past week, courtesy of the NCAA Transfer Portal. Inside...
Mon Apr 27, 2026
Video: TarHeel247 Podcast - Michael Malone Going International? The Latest With UNC Basketball
Andrew Jones and Jacob Turner from TarHeel247 discuss the latest efforts by UNC Basketball coach Michael Malone and his Tar Heel staff to replace Henri...
Sun Apr 26, 2026
