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Michael Malone Wasn’t Carolina, But He Wasn’t a Stranger, Either

Michael Malone sat in the stands at the Smith Center with a notebook, just another visitor watching Carolina's basketball practice. Minutes later, then-head coach Hubert Davis yelled for him to come down to the floor. Months later, Malone is no longer a visitor. He's family. Malone never played or coached at UNC. But he didn't arrive as a stranger, either. (TarHeel247)

Video: Locked On Tar Heels - Tyler Hansbrough Praises Michael Malone Hire

Michael Malone takes the reins for UNC Men's Basketball. Will his passionate, tough-minded approach return the Tar Heels to national title contention? Tyler Hansbrough discusses the Malone hire, his basketball knowledge, and fiery leadership style reminiscent of Roy Williams. (View Video)

UNC Transfer Jonathan Powell Commits to Pittsburgh Basketball

Jonathan Powell’s time in Chapel Hill is over. On Saturday, the sophomore wing became the first Tar Heel of the offseason to choose another school via the transfer portal, announcing his commitment to Pittsburgh, his agency confirmed to On3. The move comes five days after Powell’s agency initially confirmed his intention to enter the portal on Monday. (Inside Carolina)

Luka Bogavac Entering Transfer Portal

With the transfer portal open and UNC recently hiring Michael Malone, Luka Bogavac has elected to explore other opportunities. On Saturday, the native of Montenegro announced his decision to enter the transfer portal. Bogavac averaged 9.8 points per game for the Tar Heels this season. Meetings between Malone and UNC players began Wednesday. (Inside Carolina)

Seth Trimble to play in front of NBA scouts at Portsmouth Invitational Tournament

Hoping to continue his basketball career in the NBA, Seth Trimble recently accepted an invitation to play in the Portsmouth (Va.) Invitational Tournament. This tournament invites 64 senior college basketball players, from across the country, to compete in front of pro scouts. Over four days, eight teams of eight players will participate in a 12-game tournament. (USA Today)

Tar Heel Guard Jaydon Young Returning for Senior Season

North Carolina guard Jaydon Young will remain with the Tar Heels in 2026-27. He was previously expected to enter the NCAA transfer portal. Young arrived at UNC last season after two seasons at Virginia Tech. He appeared in 31 games with the Tar Heels, averaging 7.2 minutes per game. During that time, he scored 1.8 points per game as a junior. (On3.com)

RJ Davis Named to 2025-26 All NBA G League Rookie Team

South Bay Lakers guard and former UNC All-American R.J. Davis has been named to the 2025-26 All-NBA G League Rookie Team. He is the ninth player in franchise history to be named to the all-rookie team. Davis appeared in 13 Tip-Off Tournament games (10 starts) for South Bay, averaging 18.8 points, 3.9 rebounds, and 4.8 assists in 31 minutes. (South Bay Lakers)

Michael Malone's Father, Brendan Malone, On His Son's Coaching Journey

"Michael Malone took the (Secret Service) exams and passed. But before this, he’d written letters to a lot of head coaches for jobs, and the first coach who answered was Dean Smith, who didn’t offer him anything. Well, Michael was two weeks away from going to the barracks when Pete Gillen, coach at Providence College, called." (Article from 2020) (NBA.com)

Art’s Angle: Extended Family

Long before his daughter Bridget joined the Tar Heels volleyball team – and was the reason he spent so much time watching her practice the last three months – new UNC Men's Basketball head coach Michael Malone has another generational connection through his father: the late Brendan Malone. Brendan was a great basketball coach in his own right. (Chapelboro.com)

Video: Locked On Tar Heels - Jesse Holley On Michael Malone, UNC Basketball Staff Continuity

New UNC basketball coach Michael Malone intends to keep Pat Sullivan and Sean May on his staff. Former UNC guard and 2005 National Champion Jesse Holley weighs in on the Malone hire, his coaching staff choices, and if it will turn out to be the right move for Carolina. (View Video)

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