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Lucas: UNC vs. Indiana Rapid Reactions

Indiana overpowered UNC on the way to an 76-58 exhibition victory in Indianapolis. On paper, it looked like Indiana's size would be a difficult matchup. This time, paper was correct. The Hoosiers held an overwhelming 53-31 rebounding edge. Carolina went over 20 minutes without attempting a free throw, illustrating how little they were able to attack. (GoHeels.com)

Michael Malone says Indiana ‘manhandled,’ ‘outworked’ Tar Heels in exhibition blowout

North Carolina got some tough lessons in a 76-58 exhibition loss Sunday about what needs to change when the games count. Rebounding had been a point of emphasis all week in preparation for Indiana’s size, and UNC coach Michael Malone said his team fell well short of that goal. "To be manhandled, to be outworked on the glass was disappointing." (Tar Heel Tribune)

How To Watch Sunday's UNC Men's Basketball Preseason Game vs. Indiana

UNC Men's Basketball will play its second preseason game of the 2026-27 season on Sunday Oct. 18 at 5 p.m. when it plays Indiana in Indianapolis' Gainbridge Fieldhouse. The game will air exclusively on B1G+, the Big Ten Network's subscription streaming service. The network is introducing a one-time, pay-per-view option ($8.99) for this game. (Read More...)

UNC Men's Basketball Faces Hoosiers In Indianapolis Sunday - Pregame Notes

Indiana beat Butler, 96-68, in its first preseason game on Oct. 11 at Hinkle Fieldhouse in Indianapolis. Sunday's game will be streamed by B1G+. The Tar Heels and Hoosiers last played on 11/30/2022, a 77-65 Indiana win in Bloomington in the ACC-Big Ten Challenge. Assembly Hall was the site of four of the previous five meetings over the last 25 years. (GoHeels.com)

Sayon Keita could give UNC the inside presence this new era needs

Sayon Keita might not be the most polished player on the UNC basketball roster, but he may be the most important. The freshman brings international experience and a chance to influence games around the rim. His development will play a major role in how good UNC can be, as the Tar Heels need him to develop quickly if they want to compete in the ACC. (Keeping It Heel)

Indiana boasts plenty of size and ACC experience

When North Carolina faces Indiana in an exhibition, you’ll see more Hoosiers who played against UNC last season than for the Tar Heels as scholarship players, and you’ll see plenty of size and girth inside. Four of the likely Indiana starters for the game at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis played in the ACC last season, and two starters are 7-footers. (Tar Heel Tribune)

Audio: Jones Angell Previews UNC vs. Duke Football and UNC vs. Indiana Basketball

Voice of the Tar Heels Jones Angell joins Aaron to preview Saturday’s battle for the Victory Bell, with UNC football taking on Duke. Jones also looks ahead at UNC basketball’s next preseason exhibition, Sunday at Indiana, and reflects on watching new coach Michael Malone in action for the first time during the Heels’ last exhibition against Southern Cal. (Chapelboro.com)

Tar Heels in NBA: Caleb Wilson closes out impressive preseason with best all-around showing

Caleb Wilson finished his first NBA preseason with one of his most complete performances Friday, helping the host Chicago Bulls beat the Minnesota Timberwolves 133-116. The rookie forward scored 16 points, including two 3-pointers, and added seven rebounds, four assists, and two blocks. The highlights Friday came at both ends of the floor. (Tar Heel Tribune)

Tennessee Court Denies Motion, Cameron Fens Remains Ineligible

Cameron Fens remains ineligible after the Tennessee Supreme Court denied a motion to lift the stay it executed in August, which made the UNC Basketball center and 18 other athletes ineligible. The athletes were seeking eligibility, citing the NCAA passing the "five-in-five" rule in June, arguing it should also apply to athletes from the high school class of 2022. (TarHeel247)

North Carolina vs. Indiana Basketball Preview: Tar Heels Look to Continue Preseason Build

Indiana’s size and experience in the frontcourt were on full display Sunday, as the Hoosiers dominated the glass, outrebounding Butler 53-33. And while North Carolina faced a lengthy USC frontcourt in its preseason opener, seven-footers Sherrell and Yigitoglu present a different challenge with their physicality, weighing in at 250 and 270 pounds, respectively. (Inside Carolina)

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