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October Games are Good for UNC Basketball
As poorly as much of UNC's exhibition basketball game against Indiana went on Sunday at Gainbridge Fieldhouse, it didn't occur without benefiting the Tar Heels. On the one hand, the game didn't mean anything and won't find a home in the standings or factor into UNC's NET numbers. Yet, it was quite useful in what it exposed, which was quite a bit. (
TarHeel247)
Video: Locked On Tar Heels - Tyler Zeller on UNC Basketball's Exhibition Loss to Indiana
Tyler Zeller, former ACC Player of the Year and UNC national champion, joins Isaac Schade to discuss the Tar Heels' 18-point exhibition loss to Indiana,
Sayon Keita’s rim protection,
Jarin Stevenson’s struggles against the Hoosiers' defense, and North Carolina's guard struggles.
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Tue Oct 20, 2026
Caleb Wilson ‘prepared’ ahead of NBA debut; 14 Tar Heels on NBA rosters
The NBA season opens Tuesday with 14 former UNC Basketball players on rosters, with five projected starters and six on two-way contracts, as
Caleb Wilson prepares for his debut Wednesday in Toronto. Wilson made an impressive transition in the preseason. The 6-10 forward averaged 15.8 points, 4.4 rebounds, and 2.8 assists in five games for Chicago. (
Tar Heel Tribune)
Video: Carolina Insider - Interview With Angelo Brizzi
Angelo Brizzi from North Carolina Men's Basketball joins
Jones Angell and Adam Lucas on the Carolina Insider Podcast to talk about the Tar Heels' upcoming season, his journey to Chapel Hill, and much more.
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Tue Oct 20, 2026
Jackie Manuel Named to Silver Waves Media Most Impactful Mid-Major Assistants List
Jackie Manuel, American University men's basketball associate head coach, has been named to the 2026 Silver Waves Media Most Impactful Mid-Major Assistant Coaches list for the second consecutive year. Manuel serves as the Eagles' defensive coordinator, academic coordinator and assists with coordinating the team's community service efforts. (
American University Athletics)
Video: TarHeel247 Podcast - John Henson Says 'Relax' Following UNC's Exhibition Loss To Indiana
Former UNC Basketball great
John Henson breaks down what he saw from the Tar Heels in their second exhibition game of the
Michael Malone era, a 76-58 loss to Indiana. The two-time ACC Defensive Player of the Year stresses there’s no need for UNC fans to panic.
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Tue Oct 20, 2026
Tony Bradley Returning to Utah Jazz
The Utah Jazz have filled their last roster spot just a few days from the regular season. And it turns out, they're bringing in a familiar face in the frontcourt who was a former first-round pick in Utah. The Jazz are claiming veteran center
Tony Bradley off of waivers. Bradley had been on the New York Knicks' roster throughout training camp and preseason. (
Yahoo! Sports)
Video: Locked On Tar Heels - UNC Basketball's Wake-up Call vs. Indiana
UNC Basketball received a wake-up call in their first "road" environment of the season with a 76-58 point exhibition loss to the Indiana Hoosiers at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis. What are the biggest takeaways?
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Mon Oct 19, 2026
Sayon Keita shows glimpses of potential that attracted Michael Malone to him
Sayon Keita did the kind of work Sunday that
Michael Malone traveled to Spain to see. Beyond his five blocks, the freshman led UNC with 12 points, nine rebounds (five offensive), while spending Sunday absorbing contact from Indiana big men who outweighed him. What his numbers don’t tell you is the hesitancy the Hoosiers had to drive on him. (
Tar Heel Tribune)
Pete Nance waived by Bucks but his time in Milwaukee may not be done
The Milwaukee Bucks waived
Pete Nance on Oct. 17, but a league source said the team would like to sign him to a two-way deal should he clear waivers. The organization had to decide to either waive Nance or guarantee or his $2.5 million salary for this season by Oct. 18. Last year, Nance played in 47 games and earned a standard contract to end the season. (
MSN.com)