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Complete coverage of North Carolina Tar Heels Basketball.

Video: Neo Avdalas, Angelo Brizzi Preseason Press Conferences

North Carolina forward Neoklis Avdalas and guard Angelo Brizzi speak with the media on Monday afternoon following the Tar Heels' first full week of official basketball practices. (View Video)

Jaydon Young Bringing Energy, Leadership to UNC Basketball

After a four-day stint in the transfer portal, Jaydon Young returned to UNC as one of three scholarship players in Michael Malone’s first season, placing a greater emphasis on his leadership as the Tar Heels brought 11 newcomers to Chapel Hill. Young credited Seth Trimble with setting the tone through his competitive energy and leadership last summer. (Inside Carolina)

Video: IC Podcast - UNC Basketball Practice Begins, Exhibitions Draw Near

With exhibition games beginning in just under two weeks, UNC Basketball has plenty to prepare for. The Tar Heel staff been hosting elite recruits on a regular basis as they look to build the roster for future seasons. Inside Carolina's Sherrell McMillan, Sean Moran, and Joey Powell discuss it all. (View Video)

Jarin Stevenson Learning to Take It Personally

Jarin Stevenson will never be the loudest one in the room. He's quiet in nature. When he sat down in front of the microphone Thursday at the Smith Center for his preseason media availability — a task that's not easy for him — he wore a shirt with a simple message: "And I took that personally." Maybe that's a sign that Stevenson is turning a corner. (TarHeel247)

Harrison Barnes, RJ Davis head to Spurs training camp with different challenges

Two Tar Heels enter San Antonio Spurs training camp at opposite ends of their careers. The Spurs' 21-man training camp roster includes Harrison Barnes, a 14-year veteran entering his third season in San Antonio, and R.J. Davis, who is fighting for a foothold in the NBA after a standout rookie season in the G League and a solid Summer League performance. (Tar Heel Tribune)

RJ Davis Signs With San Antonio Spurs

The San Antonio Spurs have put out a press release announcing their 21-man roster for training camp, which includes former UNC guard R.J. Davis. After spending last season with the Lakers’ G League squad, Davis suited up for San Antonio’s Summer League team in July and subsequently had his NBAGL returning rights traded to the Austin Spurs. (Hoops Rumors)

Antawn Jamison memories: pickup game with MJ, Dean-Barnes confrontation, bond with Guthridge

"When I say those pickup games (at the Smith Center) were like Game Six of the NBA Finals, I mean we’re calling off screens, we’re diving on the floor for loose balls, and (Michael Jordan) just demanded so much attention to detail," Antawn Jamison said. "You know why he’s the greatest to ever do it, because I never played a pickup game like that before." (Tar Heel Tribune)

Asheville High Hall of Fame includes 'Choo Choo' Justice, Buzz Peterson

Asheville High Athletics have announced the creation of the Asheville High School Athletic Hall of Fame. The first class includes 26 members. Charlie Justice, a member of the College Football Hall of Fame who played at UNC and in the NFL for Washington, headlines the class. Buzz Peterson was named North Carolina basketball player of the year in 1981. (MSN.com)

UNC Basketball Staff Spotlight: How Bryan Tibaldi Could Impact Michael Malone’s Tar Heels

Michael Malone's coaching staff at UNC is built around a mix of experience. There are coaches with deep college backgrounds, former Tar Heels and others who have spent years in the NBA. Bryan Tibaldi falls into that last group, but his experience goes beyond just the pro level. Tibaldi has spent time coaching in both college and the NBA. (Tar Heel Blue)

Jaydon Young Embraces Fatherhood Amid UNC Baskeball Overhaul

The offseason consisted of almost nothing but change for the UNC Basketball program, including a head coaching switch, five staff additions, and 11 new players. But for returning senior Jaydon Young, the biggest shakeup occurred beyond the Smith Center. In early September, Young announced the birth of his daughter, making him a first-time father. (TarHeel247)

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