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Derek Dixon Shows Flashes Of Potential In First Tar Heel Start

‘s approach to his first career start was no different than any other game this season. Perhaps that’s why he acquitted himself well when handed him the keys to UNC's offense last weekend. "Nothing changes, just be me, be vocal, lead us, start the game and just go out there and hoop," Dixon said after Saturday’s loss at Cal. (Inside Carolina)

Video: IC Podcast - Roy Williams Goes Public on Smith Center Debate. Does It Matter?

Greg Barnes and Tommy Ashley of Inside Carolina discuss the latest on the Smith Center debate and how ' public message impacts the decision makers and the Carolina Basketball family in regards to renovating the current facility or building a new off-campus arena. (View Video)

Three things to watch as UNC Basketball hosts Notre Dame Wednesday

After a horrible, no good, very bad week out west, UNC Basketball returns to the Smith Center on Wednesday to host a Notre Dame squad that has not gotten off to a great start in the conference. Unlike Carolina’s 2-3 start where they were in every game, only one of Notre Dame’s ACC losses was by one possession — the Cal team that just beat UNC. (Tar Heel Blog)

Video: Checking In With Hubert Davis - Jan. 20, 2026

North Carolina head men's basketball coach joins and Adam Lucas in the Carolina Insider podcast studio to discuss the Tar Heels' West Coast road trip, on-court communication between players, addressing the cause of the team's current adversity, and more. (View Video)

Derek Dixon Looks to Build off Starting Debut For UNC

Freshman point guard got the first start of his career Saturday at California, and he also logged 30 minutes, his most playing time this season. Even though UNC lost Dixon turned in a solid performance, tying his season-high with 14 points. He was 5-for-11 shooting, including 4-for-8 from the perimeter. He added three assists to his performance. (TarHeel247)

Video: Locked On Tar Heels - Soul Searching Time For UNC Basketball

Isaac Schade discusses UNC Basketball's recent struggles, the need for soul searching and accountability, defensive lapses, stagnant three-point shooting, why top shooters like and are failing to deliver, and the potential redistribution of offensive roles. (View Video)

A statistical breakdown of UNC Basketball's offense five games into ACC play

UNC Basketball entered ACC play with a 12-1 record, its best start in 17 seasons. However, the Tar Heels have faltered in conference play, going 2-3 through their first five ACC games. North Carolina's struggles, though, have little to do with the offense, which has been one of the most efficient in ACC play. Here is a look at several key offensive categories. (USA Today)

Tar Heels in pros: Drake Powell starting; big games for Love, Ryan, Davis, Black, and Ingram

hit several injury-related bumps early in his rookie season, but he has settled into a rhythm and played his way into the Brooklyn Nets’ starting lineup. After starting only once in his first 26 NBA games, Powell started three times last week, showing confidence sparked by his defense, energy, and increasingly reliable perimeter shooting. (Tar Heel Tribune)

Video: TarHeel247 Podcast - John Henson, Danny Green Break Down UNC Basketball's Losses

What’s wrong with UNC Basketball? Tar Heel legends and to discuss North Carolina's back-to-back road losses to Stanford and Cal, ’ challenges, and must-win matchup against Notre Dame on Wednesday. (View Video)

James Michael McAdoo's High School Jersey Retired By Northern Christian

For the first time in history, Norfolk Christian retired a jersey, and the honor went to former basketball standout . McAdoo, who graduated in 2011, was a dominant force in Hampton Roads. He was a 3-time first-team All-Tidewater selection, 2-time Gatorade Virginia Boys Basketball Player of the Year, and McDonald’s All-American. (MSN.com)
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Last Game:
North Carolina: 78
Cal: 84
Sat, Jan 17 Box Score
Next Game:
UNC vs. Notre Dame
Wed, Jan 21 7:00 ET, Chapel Hill, Smith Center
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ACC Basketball Standings
TeamACCOverall
(5) Duke6-017-1
(18) Clemson6-116-4
(14) Virginia5-116-2
Miami4-215-4
NC State4-213-6
Syracuse3-212-6
SMU3-314-5
Stanford3-314-5
Virginia Tech3-314-5
(23) Louisville3-313-5
(22) North Carolina2-314-4
California2-414-5
Georgia Tech2-411-8
Wake Forest2-411-8
Notre Dame1-410-8
Boston College1-48-10
Pittsburgh1-48-10
Florida State1-58-11