UNC Basketball Recruiting
Complete coverage of North Carolina Tar Heels Basketball Recruiting.
Newsletter: Chapel Hill Regional Set, Neo Signs, Keita Wins EuroLeague Title, Latest On Samodurov
UNC Baseball hosts a tough Chapel Hill regional with VCU, Tennessee, and ECU coming to town this weekend.
Neoklis Avdalas has signed with UNC Basketball, Seyon Keita won a EuroLeague title,
Alexandros Samodurov is still on
Michael Malone’s radar, Women’s Lacrosse fell just short of an NCAA title, Kenan Stadium renovations have begun, and more. (
Tar Heel Times Newsletter)
The Latest on Alexandros Samodurov
College basketball recruiting analyst David Sisk said on a recent
TarHeel247 podcast that he believes UNC Basketball is in strong position to land Greek center
Alexandros Samodurov. "I think he will [commit to UNC]. I asked twice about him to different coaches. So I do think he will, and you just have to be patient. It’s going to take a little time." (
USA Today)
Video: Locked On Tar Heels - Still No Indication from Matt Able; Sayon Keita's Prospects
UNC Basketball fans anxiously await
Matt Able’s NBA Draft decision as NCAA eligibility rules loom large. Will Able suit up for the Tar Heels or pursue his pro dreams? Isaac Schade also discusses new NCAA guidance impacting international player eligibility and what this means for recruits like
Sayon Keita.
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UNC Basketball Commit Sayon Keita Helps FC Barcelona Claim NextGen EuroLeague Crown
Sayon Keita will have one more piece of hardware to bring with him to Chapel Hill. Over the weekend, the UNC Basketball commitment helped FC Barcelona’s U18 squad capture the NextGen EuroLeague championship, topping Real Madrid in Sunday’s title game in Athens, Greece. Keita finished with five points and seven rebounds while posting a plus-13. (
Inside Carolina)
Video: TarHeel247 Podcast - Michael Malone’s High School Recruiting Strategy Explained
Michael Malone isn't quite two months into his tenure as North Carolina's basketball coach, but we have learned plenty about his approach to recruiting high school prospects. Andrew Jones from TarHeel247 and basketball recruiting analyst David Sisk discuss Malone's process.
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Mon May 25, 2026
Video: TarHeel247 Podcast - Is UNC in the Running for 5-star Marcus Spears?
Marcus Spears is the top player in the
2027 basketball recruiting class, and he's a major UNC Target. Recruiting analyst David Sisk from TarHeel247 recently watched Spears play and spoke with him about the latest updates in his recruitment.
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Sun May 24, 2026
UNC Basketball coaches scout nation’s best at Adidas 3SSB stop
UNC Basketball coach
Michael Malone had his first in-person look at many of the top high school recruits nationwide last week. The Tar Heels coaching staff visited the Adidas 3SSB event in Mishawaka, Indiana to keep tabs on high-priority recruits, including 5-star PG
Nasir Anderson, 5-star center Yann Kamagate, and 5-star shooting guard
Jordan Page. (
USA Today)
Sayon Keita puts up strong numbers as Barcelona makes championship game
Sayon Keita put up impressive numbers for Barcelona at the NextGen EuroLeague Finals in Athens, Greece. The 7-1 incoming UNC freshman played 16 minutes in Saturday’s 101-84 victory over Team 3SSB, finishing with 10 points on 4-of-5 shooting, making both free-throw attempts. He grabbed five rebounds, blocked two shots, and dunked on a defender. (
Tar Heel Tribune)
UNC Basketball prioritizing 5-star wing DeMarcus Henry
On Friday night at USA Basketball U-18 mini-camp, UNC Basketball coach
Michael Malone and assistant coach
Sean May were sitting courtside.
Class of 2027 5-star wing DeMarcus Henry took notice and was appreciative of their attendance. "For sure [I think they’re prioritizing me]. Them being here means a lot to come support and see the high-level competition." (
Zag's Blog)
Video: TarHeel247 Podcast - Differences Between Michael Malone & Hubert Davis On Recruiting Trail
How does new North Carolina Basketball Coach
Michael Malone approach AAU events and being around other college coaches? David Sisk was on hand last weekend in Memphis and watched Malone and his staff, spoke with them, and observed how others received them.
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Sat May 23, 2026