Former UNC Forward Deon Thompson Expected to Join Michael Malone's Basketball Coaching Staff

Posted May 12, 2026
Deon Thompson is coming home. A source close to the program confirmed the 2009 national champion is expected to join Michael Malone’s staff as a graduate assistant. He will take classes at UNC’s Kenan-Flagler Business School. This move represents the end of Thompson’s pro playing career and the beginning of his coaching career, according to sources. (Inside Carolina)

Related: Basketball, Basketball Recruiting

What UNC Basketball lost and gained in backcourt production
The Tar Heels' entire starting backcourt has turned over this offseason. The good news for UNC Basketball is that coach Michael Malone has brought in...
Tue May 12, 2026

Success Beyond a Lottery Pick for UNC Basketball
Even if you are drafted highly, you have to turn that into playing at an elite level. That, more than anything, is what’s been...
Tue May 12, 2026

Caleb Wilson on his UNC pickup game that went viral
What Caleb Wilson has meant to North Carolina really can't be measured. On top of being such a great playmaker, Wilson fully embraced the Chapel...
Mon May 11, 2026

Video: Locked On Tar Heels - NBA Draft Combine Begins As UNC Awaits Matt Able’s Decision
With the NBA Draft Lottery behind us, the NBA Draft Combine has started and we are officially on Matt Able watch. 16 days from now,...
Mon May 11, 2026