Michael Malone Era Set To Begin Officially Monday vs. Western Carolina - Pregame Notes

Posted Nov 2, 2026
The 117th season of Carolina basketball begins Monday, when the Tar Heels host Western Carolina in the Smith Center at 7 p.m. Malone is the first individual to lead UNC as head coach without having played for the Tar Heels or been an assistant coach with the program since Frank McGuire took the helm in 1952. UNC is 104-12 in season-openers. (GoHeels.com)

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