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Dates set for UNC men's and women’s basketball games against Florida in Jumpman Invitational

North Carolina’s men’s and women’s basketball teams will play Florida on separate nights at the Jumpman Invitational at Charlotte’s Spectrum Center. The men play the Gators on Tuesday, Dec. 17. The UNC women will play Florida on Wednesday, Dec. 18. The game times and the order of games each night haven’t been set and will be determined by ESPN. (Tar Heel Tribune)

Video: Locked On Tar Heels - NBA Combine is over. When will decisions happen?

The NBA Draft Combine ended Sunday. Players wishing to maintain collegiate eligibility have until May 29 at 11:59 pm ET to withdraw in order to be able to play in college next season. Among current UNC transfer targets Ven-Allen Lubin, Coleman Hawkins, and Ugonna Onyenso, host Isaac Schade believes Hawkins would be the best fit. (View Video)

North Carolina Poised To Play Faster Tempo With McDonald’s All-American Ian Jackson

Our Savior Lutheran (N.Y.) coach Peter Wehye spent the past season coaching Ian Jackson and believes the high-flying New York City guard will have a big impact when he suits up at UNC next season. The way he sees it, the 6-foot-5 Jackson will not only be a two-way player for the Tar Heels, but he’ll also enable Carolina to play a more up-tempo style. (Forbes)

Tar Heels in the Pros: Garrison Brooks suffers season-ending injury

Former UNC basketball standout Garrison Brooks received some unfortunate news, as he suffered a season-ending injury while competing for the BC Wolves of the Lithuanian Basketball League. According to the team's official press release, Brooks was diagnosed with a fractured sacrum, as they estimate that recovery time will take at least two months. (Keeping It Heel)

Harrison Barnes named finalist for Joe Dumars NBA Sportsmanship Award

Every year, the NBA recognizes players who exhibit exceptional respect and high character through their competitions with the NBA Sportsmanship Award. Sacramento’s Harrison Barnes is well-known as a good teammate and all-around person, both within the NBA and off the court, landing his name within consideration. Ultimately, Barnes finished fifth. (Sactown Sports)

Video: Locked On Tar Heels - GM for a day: How to spend UNC Basketball's NIL payroll?

If you had a hypothetical 13-million dollar NIL budget to spend on 13 UNC Basketball scholarships, how would you divvy up the money? Would you make R.J. Davis the highest paid player? What about transfers and freshmen? Also, after announcing there would be an athletics budget review, the UNC Board of Trustees backpedaled a bit. (View Video)

UNC Basketball Double-Doubles History By The Numbers

We continue deep diving into UNC’s basketball history, with today focusing on double-double stats through the years: Four in a game (points/rebounds): Larry Miller (29/10), Charlie Scott (18/14), Rusty Clark (13/13), Bill Bunting (10/11) vs. Clemson, 2/16/68 in Charlotte. 40 points/20 rebounds: Billy Cunningham (48/25) vs. Tulane, 12/10/64. (Tar Heel Illustrated)

Harrison Ingram NBA Combine & Mock Draft Update

With the NBA draft combine ending Sunday, let’s look at the latest Harrison Ingram news from the combine and mock drafts. The most recent mock on NBA.com has Ingram going to the New York Knicks as the 25th pick, up two spots from their previous mock. ESPN’s Jonathan Givony and Jeremy Woo list Ingram as the 34th pick by the Portland Trail Blazers. (Tar Heel Blog)

Video: Julius Peppers, Ronald Curry Among The ACC's Best Football & Basketball 2-Sport Athletes

Julius Peppers dominated on the football field and was a key part of the Tar Heels 2000 Final Four team. Ronald Curry played 54 games at point guard and led UNC in assists in 2001 while racking up over 6,000 yards of offense at quarterback before a 7-year NFL career. Check out some of the ACC's amazing dual-sport athletes. (View Video)

Carolina Basketball Scoring History By The Numbers

We continue looking into UNC's fabled basketball history. Today, we look at various scoring marks. Straight numbers as they apply to the progam: Led UNC in scoring in 15, 16 or 17 straight games: 17 by George Glamack, 1939-40 into 1940-41. Double figures in 60 consecutive games: 64 by Larry Miller, all 32 games in 1966-67 and 1967-68 (UNC record). (Tar Heel Illustrated)

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