Matt Able has 'two great options' as he weighs staying in NBA Draft vs. playing at UNC

Posted May 20, 2026
Matt Able said playing for UNC vs. staying in the NBA Draft comes down to what he hears about where he would be drafted and by which team. "Either way, I have two great options, I would be able to develop regardless. But it’s just weighing the options and figuring out what I want to do." ESPN’s mock draft has Able going early in the second round. (Tar Heel Tribune)

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