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What new college eligibility rules mean for the future of UNC Basketball

The new five-year clock for NCAA eligibility will start on an athlete’s 19th birthday or on the date of first full-time college enrollment if the player is younger. That means ’ window does not begin until January 2027, while Sayon Keita and hit 19 next March. turned 18 last month, but his clock began when he enrolled. (USA Today)

Leaky Black Waived By Washington Wizards

The Washington Wizards announced on Wednesday afternoon that forward has been waived. The news comes after a limited appearance in his lone season with the organization. After appearing in 15 games and starting in nine, Black averaged 7.1 points and five rebounds per game while shooting 39% from the field and 34.5% from three. (Yahoo! Sports)

Video: TarHeel247 Podcast - UNC Basketball Summer Intel

Andrew Jones and Jacob Turner from TarHeel247 share insights on the latest offseason news from inside the UNC Basketball program, including pickup game details, summer camp sessions, and more. (View Video)

Garrison Brooks To Continue Professional Basketball Career In Japan

Former UNC forward is continuing his professional basketball career in Japan with the Saitama Broncos for the 2026-27 season. Brooks, who played for the Tar Heels from 2017-2021 followed by a season at Mississippi State, has previous professional stints with the G League, Lithuania's BC Wolves, and Chiba Jets of Japan's B1 league. (Saitama Broncos)

Video: Locked On Tar Heels - UNC's Top 10 Moments Of 2025-26 - Caleb Wilson Wows Fans

UNC Basketball fans are left wondering what could have been after ’s electrifying freshman season was cut short by injuries. Plus, questions swirl around ’s first season at the helm of Tar Heels Football, and captures the NCAA women’s singles national championship (View Video)

Henri Veesaar Signs Contract with Atlanta Hawks Worth $9.3 Million

, the No. 52 overall pick by Atlanta in the 2026 NBA Draft, has signed a four-year, $9.3 million deal with the Hawks, according to multiple reports. Veesaar, who spent one season at UNC under coach in 2025-26, elected to forgo his final year of eligibility with the Tar Heels in pursuit of the NBA with hopes of being drafted. (TarHeel247)

Video: Tar Heel Tribune - Britt Whitmire, R.L. Bynum, and guest Michael Norwood

This inaugural episode of the Tar Heel Tribune podcast features hosts Britt Whitmire and R.L. Bynum in conversation with guest , a former UNC basketball captain who played under Coach in the 1980s. The discussion covers personal anecdotes about UNC Basketball, the current team, and more. (View Video)

Video: TarHeel247 Reaction Podcast - Angelo Brizzi Commits To UNC Basketball

Andrew Jones and Jacob Turner from TarHeel247 discuss Wednesday night's breaking news that Buffalo transfer point guard has committed to UNC Basketball for the upcoming 2026-27 season. Brizzi is expected to add backcourt depth to the Tar Heels' revamped roster. (View Video)

Video: Locked On Tar Heels - UNC's Top 10 Moments Of 2025-26 - Henri Veesaar's Emergence

Top 10 UNC Athletics moments of 2025-26, No. 10-8. Isaac Schade spotlights ’s explosive rise in men’s basketball, the strategic impact of the House settlement on student-athlete compensation, and the Tar Heels' dominance across 28 varsity sports. (View Video)

Where UNC Lands In ESPN Men's Basketball 2026-27 Way-Too-Early Top 25 Rankings

25. North Carolina: was ranked higher in our transfer rankings and was one of college basketball's top scorers last season, but we're going with as UNC's player to watch. He was a top-25 recruit who averaged only 8.8 points at NC State as a freshman but was knocking on the door of the NBA Draft's first round. (ESPN)
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ACC Basketball Standings
TeamACCOverall
(4) Duke17-135-3
(17) Virginia15-330-6
(24) Miami13-526-9
North Carolina12-624-9
Clemson12-624-11
(23) Louisville11-724-11
NC State10-820-14
Florida State10-818-15
California9-922-12
Stanford9-920-13
Virginia Tech8-1019-13
SMU8-1020-14
Wake Forest7-1118-17
Syracuse6-1215-17
Pittsburgh5-1313-20
Notre Dame4-1413-18
Boston College4-1411-20
Georgia Tech2-1611-20