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Video: Seth Trimble, Caleb Wilson Thursday Pre-Duke Press Conference

North Carolina senior guard and freshman forward speak with the media on Thursday afternoon ahead of the No. 14 Tar Heels' game against the No. 4 Duke Blue Devils on Saturday in Chapel Hill. (View Video)

Macon Winslow Named To Buster Posey Award Preseason Watch List

UNC Baseball transfer catcher has been selected to the Buster Posey National Catcher of the Year Preseason Watch List. Winslow, who came to Chapel Hill this summer after spending the last two seasons across the highway in Durham, enters 2026 with a career .278 batting average along with nine home runs, 13 doubles, and a triple. (GoHeels.com)

Cole Anthony Traded To Phoenix Suns

Milwaukee reportedly has agreed to trade and to Phoenix in exchange for Nick Richard and Nigel Hayes-Davis. Anthony, the No. 15 pick in the 2020 Draft, averages 6.7 points and 3.5 assists per game while shooting 42% overall and 31% on 3-pointers. He has been a backup in Milwaukee and will likely do the same in Phoenix. (NBA.com)

Chansky’s Notebook: Super Bowl History

Before takes the field Sunday, sixteen other Tar Heels have played in more than 20 Super Bowls and won. Receiver Mack Hollins played in the Eagles win over the Patriots in 2018. Offensive tackle won three Super Bowls with the 49ers. Lawrence Taylor won two Super Bowls with the Giants under defensive coordinator . (Chapelboro.com)

Video: Locked On Tar Heels - Key Factors For Saturday's UNC vs. Duke Basketball Matchup

All eyes are on the North Carolina Tar Heels as they gear up to face Duke in a game where the backcourt battle, not just the stars and Cam Boozer, will determine who comes out on top. Isaac Schade breaks down why ’s poise and ’s leadership are crucial for UNC. (View Video)

UNC Men's Golf Debuts Spring Slate In Hawai'i

North Carolina men's golf returns to competition on Thursday, February 5 through Saturday in Hawai'i in the Amer Ari Invitational, hosted by Hawai'i-Hilo at the Mauna Mani Resort's North Course. This is the fifth consecutive year the Tar Heels are scheduled to play in the Amer Ari Invitational. Carolina won the event in 2024 and was runner-up last year. (GoHeels.com)

Ranking the five biggest moments in Smith Center history

Amid conversations about the future of the Smith Center, what remains true is the rich history of the arena. Some of the biggest moments in UNC basketball history have occurred there. Here is a ranking of the top five games in the Smith Center. 5. The first game in the new arena was a rivalry matchup between the No. 1 Tar Heels and No. 3 Duke. (Daily Tar Heel)

UNC Basketball’s defensive adjustments have slowed opponents' perimeter production

UNC Basketball's recent defensive growth hasn’t been about reinventing the Tar Heels’ approach but making adjustments. After some recurring struggles much of the season, especially giving up too many open shots from outside the arc, No. 14 UNC (18-4, 6-3 ACC standings) has made strides in how it defends ball screens during its 4-game win streak. (Tar Heel Tribune)

Video: Theo Pinson, John Henson Discuss UNC vs Duke Matchup, Epic Rivalry Stories

UNC Basketball legends and discuss Saturday’s rivalry showdown against Duke in Chapel Hill, the Tar Heels' recent win over Syracuse, how the blown lead might impact team morale heading into Saturday's game, and rivalry stories from their own battles with the Blue Devils. (View Video)

Turn Carmichael Navy! UNC Women's Basketball Hosts Clemson Thursday - Pregame Notes

Following a thrilling victory over NC State on Monday, North Carolina Women's Basketball is back in action for its second of three games this week as it takes on Clemson Thursday at Carmichael Arena. The Tar Heels ride a five-game winning streak and have won the last nine meetings against the Tigers, as action tips off at 6 p.m. on ACC Network. (GoHeels.com)

The key to Super Bowl quarterback Drake Maye's success? Being a little brother

In sports, some siblings are so accomplished they can be recognized only by their surnames. The Manning brothers. The Williams sisters. In North Carolina they have the Mayes: four brothers who are all strong athletes. By his own description, was the "runt" of the family. He was the "instigator," the one who tried to get under the others’ skin. (NBC News)

Video: Big Hitters Podcast - Adam Smith on UNC Basketball, Duke Preview

Adam Smith and Ross Martin discuss UNC Basketball halfway through the ACC schedule, what has to happen for the Tar Heels to beat Duke on Saturday, the Smith Center debate, and much more. (View Video)

Next Up for Much-Improved UNC: Duke, ACC’s Toughest Schedule

The is going to be interesting. UNC (18-4, 6-3 ACC standings) now faces by far the toughest remaining regular-season schedule in the entire ACC, bookended by a visit from No. 4 Duke on Saturday and a rematch against the Blue Devils in Durham on March 7. The Tar Heels appear to have a much sturdier foundation than they had just a month ago. (Chapelboro.com)

Podcast: Hubert Davis Live - Marcus Paige Hosts, Duke Preview, Fan Questions

UNC Basketball Assistant Coach joins to talk about North Carolina's win over Georgia Tech, preview the upcoming matchup against Duke, answer Tar Heel fans' questions, and more. (Listen To Podcast)

As NIL, transfer portal dominate recruiting, the nature of the UNC-Duke rivalry is changing

The UNC-Duke rivalry is built on its history. Today, few of the players are from North Carolina. Some have played Duke on other teams, but the intensity of those games is different. "The driving factor in a lot of ways now is money, and I don't think that's necessarily a bad thing. These players can make generational wealth," said. (Daily Tar Heel)
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