Carolina Basketball Late Night Set For October 15 Posted Sep 14, 2021 Tradition, with a twist. That's what Tar Heel fans can expect at this year's Carolina Basketball Late Night, the tipoff to the 2021-22 season. On Oct. 15, the UNC men's and women's basketball teams will take the court at the Dean E. Smith Center. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. with the event beginning at 7:30. Entry is free and all seats are general admission. (GoHeels.com)