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Chansky’s Notebook: Rolling the Dice
Drake Powell has yet to prove he is an NBA keeper. Like some UNC players who tinkered with the NBA Draft in recent years, Powell is far from a sure thing as a pro. Does he have the size, athletic ability, and potential? Sure. He also has the potential to be another
Harrison Ingram, who entered the draft, stayed in and was picked in the second round. (
Chapelboro.com)
Eric Montross Public Service Award, honoree Tylee Craft represent legacies of service
The Carolina Center for Public Service couldn’t have presented the first
Eric Montross Public Service Award to a more appropriate recipient. Like the award’s namesake, honoree
Tylee Craft also died of cancer. But both athletes shared more than a fatal illness; they were also tireless patient advocates, raising awareness and funds to fight cancer. (
UNC.edu)
Video: IC Podcast - Drake Powell to NBA Draft; What Now?
North Carolina freshman
Drake Powell announced his intention Wednesday to enter the NBA Draft. Inside Carolina’s Sherrell McMillan and Tommy Ashley discuss Powell’s decision to make the jump after one season at UNC and what’s next for
Hubert Davis and the Tar Heels as roster reconstruction continues.
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Setting the Post-Portal Scene for UNC Basketball
Gone and still looking for a new program are
Cade Tyson and, presumably, Ven-Allen Lubin. Jalen Washington (Vanderbilt),
Ian Jackson (St. John’s), and
Elliot Cadeau (Michigan) have already committed to new programs. Seth Trimble, who announced intentions to play next season at UNC, and rising sophomore big man James Brown did not enter. (
Tar Heel Illustrated)
Video: Locked On Tar Heels - UNC's Transfer Portal Drama
Will
Ven-Allen Lubin's transfer portal decision reshape North Carolina's frontcourt? Will he be a member of the 2025-26 Tar Heels? Host Isaac Schade and guest Michael Koh from WCHL discuss basketball developments, recent UNC football transfers, and
Omarion Hampton's NFL draft prospects.
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Tar Heel Freshman Drake Powell Declares For NBA Draft
UNC freshman wing
Drake Powell announced Wednesday that he is declaring for the NBA Draft. According to a source, Powell is maintaining his college eligibility, leaving the option open to return to Carolina. Since the season ended, Powell has been taking part in workouts, and ESPN's latest mock draft slots Powell as the first pick of the second round. (
Inside Carolina)
North Carolina Forward James Brown Does Not Enter Transfer Portal
UNC freshman forward
James Brown will remain in Chapel Hill for his sophomore season now that the deadline for entering the transfer portal has passed without submitting his name. Brown was one of the few players not expected to leave from the outset of end-of-season meetings players had with head coach
Hubert Davis. And it played out that way. (
Tar Heel Illustrated)
UNC men's basketball to face St. Bonaventure, Michigan State in Fort Myers Tip-Off
UNC men’s basketball non-conference opponents except one are known after the announcement Wednesday that the Tar Heels will face St. Bonaventure in the Fort Myers Tip-Off on Nov. 25, in addition to the Nov. 27 game, Thanksgiving Day, in the event against Michigan State. A fourth team will be added to the Fort Myers field in the coming weeks. (
Tar Heel Tribune)
Chansky’s Notebook: Final Transfers
As the transfer portal closes tonight, UNC Basketball is up there with transfers at most schools. ESPN has published its latest rankings of top 100 transfers going and coming in college basketball. And besides signing better rebounding than last offseason, the rankings at least say UNC’s skill level is close to matching those who departed, except
R.J. Davis. (
Chapelboro.com)
Video: Locked On Tar Heels - Ven-Allen Lubin, Andrej Stojakovic Transfer Portal Updates
UNC Basketball potentially could target Cal's
Andrej Stojakovic, son of NBA legend Peja Stojakovic, as a potential replacement for
Drake Powell if he decides to enter the 2025 NBA Draft. Host Isaac Schade breaks down the latest transfer news, including the puzzling situation with
Ven-Allen Lubin's portal entry.
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