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Former UNC Player Ed Davis Among Several Indicted in NBA Gambling Scandal

Ed Davis, who played for the UNC men’s basketball team from 2008 through 2010 and helped the Tar Heels win the 2009 national title, is among six former NBA players who are being charged with conspiracy, bribery and money laundering as the result of a federal investigation. Davis arrived at UNC prior to the 2008-09 season as a five-star recruit. (Chapelboro.com)

Day'Ron Sharpe to sign two-year, $20 million deal with Brooklyn Nets

Day'Ron Sharpe appears set to stay in Brooklyn, and the former North Carolina center could be in line for a larger role next season. The Nets center intends to sign a new two-year, $20 million contract to return to the franchise, ESPN’s Shams Charania reported on Monday. Brooklyn declined Sharpe’s team option so that the sides could work out a new deal. (Tar Heel Tribune)

Video: IC Podcast - UNC Basketball Summer Updates

Nearly three months into the Michael Malone era, there's plenty to assess long before UNC Basketball plays a game. Inside Carolina's Sean Moran, Sherrell McMillan, and Joey Powell recap roster additions, recruiting updates, and player arrivals, plus much more on Tar Heel Basketball. (View Video)

Breaking Down What We Know About The 2026-27 UNC Basketball Schedule

Wednesday was a splash for UNC Basketball fans anticipating a completed nonconference schedule for the 2026-27 season, as it was announced that neutral-site games against Illinois and NC State have been added. The Illinois game will be January 30, at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, TN. The NC State game will be at Greensboro Coliseum. (TarHeel247)

How Henri Veesaar fits with the Atlanta Hawks’ frontcourt

Henri Veesaar, at 6-foot-11 and 227 pounds adds size to the Atlanta Hawks' interior, brings strong rebounding, stretches the floor as a dangerous scorer at all three levels, and is a skilled big who can play in space. After transferring from Arizona to UNC, Veesaar delivered his best college season, averaging 17.0 points, 8.7 rebounds, and 2.1 assists. (USA Today)

Caleb Wilson expects to win NBA Rookie of the Year

Caleb Wilson, the No. 4 pick in Tuesday's NBA draft, was asked at a news conference Friday about his expectations for his debut season, and he set his sights on Rookie of the Year. "I expect to have Rookie of the Year, honestly. I'm going to work hard. I'm going to do what it takes. I feel like the team is really good for me and how I envision to play." (ESPN)

Caleb Wilson shares photo of himself in Bulls sweatshirt as a kid

Former North Carolina Tar Heels standout Caleb Wilson now has a new home. On Thursday, he was selected No. 4 overall by the Chicago Bulls as he looks to be the centerpiece for a franchise that has had its fair share of struggles over the years. Wilson wasted no time in sharing an old photo of him in a Bulls sweater, maybe forecasting the future. (USA Today)

Michael Malone finds 'best feeling in the world' skydiving with Golden Knights

UNC Basketball coach Michael Malone spent a day far from the Smith Center, trading a whistle for a parachute and a leap from thousands of feet up. Malone went skydiving Saturday with the U.S. Army Golden Knights. The setting was different, but the approach carried a familiar tone, confidence, curiosity, and a willingness to try something new. (Tar Heel Tribune)

Armando Bacot's Season in Turkey Comes to an End, Next Stop TBD

Former UNC forward Armando Bacot's lone season with Fenerbahce Beko Istanbul has come to an end. The EuroLeague club confirmed his departure along with three other players following the conclusion of the season. Bacot's role was limited, appearing in 26 EuroLeague games and averaging 2.4 points and 1.8 rebounds in about 10 minutes per game. (BasketNews.com)

2026 NBA Draft fallout: Henri Veesaar, Isaiah Evans leave millions in NIL money on the table

UNC reportedly had a massive NIL contract on the table for Henri Veesaar, who would have been positioned to be the Preseason ACC Player of the Year in 2026-27. He had the option to return to the Tar Heels during the combine, but did not have a change of heart. Sources told CBS Sports that Veesaar had an offer at North Carolina between $3.5-4.5 million. (CBS Sports)

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