UNC Basketball Recruiting

Complete coverage of North Carolina Tar Heels Basketball Recruiting.

Five-star power forward Paul Osaruyi sets official visit to UNC

UNC Basketball set to bring in power forward Paul Osaruyi for an official visit in August, giving Tar Heels coach Michael Malone an early shot at landing one of the most coveted recruits in the country. Osaruyi, listed at 6-foot-9 and 225 pounds, is a 5-star recruit ranked as the No. 3 power forward and No. 8 player in the 2027 basketball recruiting class. (USA Today)

The First 60 Days Part III: How Michael Malone Is Recruiting UNC Basketball's Future

UNC's recruitment of Kevin Thomas offered a glimpse into how Michael Malone has navigated his first months in college basketball, leaning on relationships connected to the Tar Heels. In Thomas' case, that meant through his agent, former Tar Heel player K.J. Smith, whose family ties to UNC include his father, Kenny Smith, and brother, Malloy Smith. (TarHeel247)

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. (View Video)

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. (View Video)

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? (View Video)

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? (View Video)

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. (View Video)

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