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Video: Locked On Tar Heels - UNC Basketball Opens New Chapter vs. Western Carolina

UNC Basketball ushers in the Michael Malone era as college basketball tips off with questions involving team chemistry and on-court leadership. Can Terrence Brown and Neo Avdalas spark a dominant season opener vs. Western Carolina, or will growing pains define the new-look Tar Heels? (View Video)

UNC Hosts Western Carolina: TV info, stats, and notes

Monday will be the first regular-season game of Michael Malone’s college head coaching career, and it begins a stretch of six consecutive home games. Former UNC basketball player Jackson Simmons, who came to Chapel Hill as a preferred walk-on before earning a scholarship, is in his third season as an assistant coach on the Western Carolina staff. (Tar Heel Tribune)

Why Jaydon Young's Experience Could Be Key For UNC Men's Basketball

Jaydon Young's calming presence, along with his experience in pivotal games throughout his college career, is what makes Young valuable to the Tar Heels. He's a steady presence off the bench, and his shot-making ability can be critical for UNC this season. "It's natural for me now, just being on the floor and knowing exactly what spots to be in." (TarHeel247)

Michael Malone Set for First Official Game as UNC Basketball Head Coach

Welcome to the Michael Malone era of UNC Basketball. The 2026-27 Tar Heels officially tip off their regular season on Monday when they host Western Carolina at 7 p.m. on the ACC Network. Malone won't be the only one making his official debut, though. When the Tar Heels take the court, 11 newcomers also will make their first appearances in Carolina blue. (TarHeel247)

Podcast: UNC vs. Miami Recap, Men's & Women's Basketball Previews, Olympic Sports Update

The Ultimate Tar Heel Podcast, Episode 28: Football coaches get an A, Billy Edwards was a star, officiating was unacceptable, need to switch conferences, Men's Basketball preview vs. Western Carolina, Women's Basketball preview vs. Oklahoma, and Olympic sports updates. (Listen To Podcast)

Video: IC Podcast - UNC Basketball Season Begins, Recruiting Wins

UNC Basketball hosts Western Carolina on Monday. Meanwhile, Michael Malone landed his first elite high school recruit in DeMarcus Henry, a monumental start to UNC's 2027 recruiting class, and the Tar Heels are hosting more recruits this week. Inside Carolina's Sherrell McMillan, Sean Moran, and Joey Powell sort through it all. (View Video)

Lucas: A Fast Learner

Sayon Keita played 80 combined minutes in UNC's three preseason games. And there is no doubt which one of those minutes was his favorite. With nine minutes left in the Tar Heels' win over Southern Cal, Keita forced a turnover, grabbed the loose ball, looked up, and saw no defenders between the freshman and the basket. He knew exactly what to do. (GoHeels.com)

North Carolina vs. Western Carolina Basketball Preview: The Michael Malone Era Officially Begins

Western Carolina was picked to finish eighth out of 11 teams in the SoCon preseason poll. Until North Carolina fixes its rebounding woes, every outing will fixate on its ability to crash the glass. Monday night will be no different, as the Catamounts rely on a handful of players under 6-foot-5, yet were the best rebounding team in the SoCon a season ago. (Inside Carolina)

Video: Carolina Insider - UNC Men's Basketball 2026-27 Preview

Jones Angell from the Tar Heel Sports Network and Adam Lucas of GoHeels.com recap preseason action and look ahead to the first home game of the season for Tar Heel Men's Basketball, Monday night against Western Carolina at 7pm in the Smith Center. (View Video)

Matt Able’s NBA Draft Journey Led Him Back to North Carolina

After the NBA combine, where Matt Able received feedback from NBA teams but not the first-round guarantee he was looking for, he granted UNC fans their wish: returning to college for his sophomore season under coach Michael Malone. But the combine gave Able legitimate feedback and a better understanding of what he can become as a basketball player. (TarHeel247)

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