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Complete coverage of North Carolina Tar Heels Basketball.

Jawad Williams returns home to Cleveland as Cavaliers' assistant coach

Former North Carolina forward Jawad Williams has plenty of memories of his youth in Cleveland. His fondness for the city was fostered further when he returned as a young adult to play professional basketball. Now, he's ready to make more Cleveland memories after returning to help coach his hometown team. Williams grew up on Cleveland's East Side. (Cleveland.com)

Cam Johnson may become your new favorite Denver Nugget

Cameron Johnson said it's been a whirlwind uprooting his life in New York to move to Colorado. In fact, he may simply swap houses with his good friend Michael Porter, Jr.. But on the basketball court, he knows he's walking into championship expectations. "The goal at the end of the day is to bring another championship back to Denver," Johnson said. (Denver 7)

Video: Locked On Tar Heels - UNC Basketball Old Takes And New Predictions

Hosts Isaac Schade and Pac Kilby dissect their wildly inaccurate forecasts for last season's UNC Basketball team. They also reflect on how preseason expectations shaped their perceptions of the team's journey. Discover why Trimble could be poised for a "big year" and hear hints about upcoming player previews. (View Video)

Cormac Ryan, Pete Nance have big nights in Bucks win, Ingram solid, tough game for R.J.

Cormac Ryan and Pete Nance made strong impressions in their 2025 NBA Summer League debuts as the Milwaukee Bucks won their opener in Las Vegas 90–89 on Thursday night over the Denver Nuggets. Ryan came off the bench to score 18 points, tied for the team-high, and tied the game on a reverse layup off a drive with 33 seconds left. (Tar Heel Tribune)

Video: Locked On Tar Heels - UNC Basketball's Overhaul Complete

Coach Bill Robinson breaks down the Tar Heels' offseason moves, highlighting Luka Bogavac's potential as the "biggest missing piece" and Henri Veesaar's unique skill set. The discussion covers UNC's significantly improved size, from Jonathan Powell's 6'6" frame to Caleb Wilson's 6'9" presence. (View Video)

Who are UNC's Basketball's Backup Big Men in 2025-26?

North Carolina ideally will have four players for the 4 and 5 spots. Henri Veesaar and Caleb Wilson are locked in. As long as Luka Bogavac makes it to campus, UNC should keep Jarin Stevenson in the 4 spot instead of the 3. Zayden High could be more comfortable in that backup center position. Stevenson is more comfortable in that backup 4 spot. (Inside Carolina)

11 Tar Heels playing in Summer League games in Las Vegas — when and how to watch

There were good NBA Summer League moments from the Grizzlies’ Armando Bacot, Spurs’ Harrison Ingram, and Lakers’ R.J. Davis. Others playing will be Leaky Black (Washington Wizards), Garrison Brooks and Dawson Garcia (Detroit Pistons), Caleb Love and Justin McKoy (Portland Trail Blazers); and Pete Nance and Cormac Ryan (Milwaukee Bucks). (Tar Heel Tribune)

Brooklyn Nets Announce Signing Of Drake Powell

The Brooklyn Nets have signed guard/forward Drake Powell, the 22nd pick in the first round of the 2025 NBA Draft, to a multi-year contract. Powell (6'5, 200) spent one season at North Carolina, appearing in 40 games (27 starts). The 19-year-old earned UNC's Defensive Player of the Year award and helped lead the Tar Heels to the NCAA Tournament. (Brooklyn Nets)

Video: THI Podcast - Is This Seth Trimble's Team?

Is this now Seth Trimble's team? Entering the 2025-26 UNC Basketball season, Trimble has clearly established himself as the Tar Heels' veteran leader. Andrew Jones of THI discusses Trimble's role this season, his leadership similarities to former Carolina standout and 2005 national champion David Noel, and more. (View Video)

Chansky’s Notebook: The Agent Effect?

What exactly is Drake Powell talking about? Maybe Powell needed help from former Tar Heel and short-lived teammate Cam Johnson, who was traded by the Nets after the NBA Draft and Powell getting picked No. 22 by Atlanta and then traded to Brooklyn. Since then, Powell has been asked repeatedly about his “usage drop” during his one season at Carolina. (Chapelboro.com)

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