UNC Basketball Recruiting
Complete coverage of North Carolina Tar Heels Basketball Recruiting.
Video: Locked On Tar Heels - Wei Lin As UNC Basketball's Backup PG? Baseball CWS Preview
UNC Basketball has reportedly been in conversations with Oregon transfer point guard
Wei Lin. Is he the right target for the Tar Heels' backup PG role? Plus, UNC Baseball will have to be better with runners in scoring position if they want to make noise in the College World Series.
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Wed Jun 10, 2026
Newsletter: Diamond Heels to Omaha, Wei Lin Update, ACC-SEC Challenge, Two Football Commits
UNC Baseball is headed back to Omaha for the College World Series,
Michael Malone and Carolina Basketball is pursuing another point guard, ACC-SEC Challenge matchups are set, Tar Heel Football landed two commitments while Baseball landed three,
Caleb Wilson met "Big Game James," and
Drake Maye is giving back in New England. (
Tar Heel Times Newsletter)
Video: TarHeel247 Podcast - Is Sayon Keita Ready To Be A Day-1 Starter For UNC Basketball
Andrew Jones of TarHeel247 and college basketball recruiting analyst David Sisk discuss incoming freshman center
Sayon Keita, his ability to step in and become a Day-1 starter for UNC, his role on
Michael Malone's first Tar Heels team, and more.
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Sun Jun 7, 2026
UNC Basketball seeking point guard depth from Oregon transfer Wei Lin
With one scholarship spot available, UNC Basketball has reportedly contacted Oregon transfer guard
Wei Lin. Lin, 22, is from China and would be an intriguing addition with. The 6-foot-4 guard played three professional seasons in China before playing last season at Oregon, then entering the transfer portal in early April with two seasons of eligibility left. (
Tar Heel Tribune)
Video: Locked On Tar Heels - UNC Basketball Backup PG Targets, Baseball Super Regional
UNC Basketball could benefit from another point guard on
the roster. Several names are still in the transfer portal that would make solid backup PG options. Plus, UNC Baseball opens Super Regional play vs. USC on Friday. What are 4 things to look for in the series?
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Fri Jun 5, 2026
Video: Locked On Tar Heels - Does Alexandros Samodurov Complete UNC Basketball's Frontcourt?
Michael Malone has landed another international frontcourt player in
Alexandros Samodurov. Does that mean the Tar Heels' frontcourt is now finished and ready to go? Or will there be more pieces added to the
UNC Basketball roster?
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Mon Jun 1, 2026
Newsletter: UNC Baseball To Super Regionals, Samodurov Commits, Able, Brown, and Thomas Sign
UNC Baseball advanced to the Super Regional and will host either Texas A&M or USC. It was a big week for Tar Heel Basketball following the commitment of
Alexandros Samodurov and signings of
Matt Able,
Kevin Thomas, and Terrence Brown. UNC Football lost a transfer QB, Volleyball heads overseas, and Sarah Gresham left it all on the field. (
Tar Heel Times Newsletter)
Video: IC Reaction Podcast - Alexandros Samodurov Commits to UNC Basketball
UNC's 2026-27 basketball roster picked up a big addition as Greek forward
Alexandros Samodurov committed to the Tar Heels on Saturday. The 6-foot-11 center is a former teammate Tar Heel guard
Neoklis Avdalas. Inside Carolina's Sherrell McMillan, Joey Powell, and Sean Moran discuss Samodurov's commitment.
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Sat May 30, 2026
Greek Center Alexandros Samodurov Commits To UNC Basketball
North Carolina has landed what is seemingly the final major piece of its frontcourt for the 2026-27 basketball season.
Alexandros Samodurov announced his commitment to the Tar Heels on Saturday, which was first reported by Jonathan Givony. The 6-foot-11 Greek native will bring international experience and an advanced skillset to the UNC program. (
Inside Carolina)
UNC Basketball target Alexandros Samodurov withdraws from NBA Draft
Alexandros Samodurov officially withdrew his name from the NBA Draft on Thursday ahead of the international deadline. He was one of several players to withdraw and this could be great news for the Tar Heels. The big man out of Greece plays in the EuroLeague, and many believe he will eventually end up at North Carolina to play for the Tar Heels. (
USA Today)