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Joined April 2009
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There's been plenty of adjustments for Michael Malone in his transition from the NBA to UNC basketball, but the most significant may be adapting to the youth of college players. @GSBarnes23 on the dawn of a new Carolina basketball era. Story: on3.com/teams/north-carolina…
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"I just want to make sure I’m doing my job to make the Carolina family proud. I don’t take this opportunity lightly..." Read everything Michael Malone said after UNC's season opener. on3.com/teams/north-carolina…
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North Carolina was tested by WCU in Michael Malone's first victory as the Tar Heel head coach. @GSBarnes23 shares his postgame takeaways, focusing on another poor rebounding performance by the home team. Story: on3.com/teams/north-carolina…
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North Carolina pulled away late in the second half on Monday night, opening the Michael Malone era in Chapel Hill with a 80-72 victory over Western Carolina. First story from the Smith Center: on3.com/teams/north-carolina…
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NEW: One thing separated UNC from the competition in Greg Kirwan's recruitment. The four-star 2028 tight end opens up about his decision, his recruitment, and what ultimately made Chapel Hill the right fit. Story: on3.com/teams/north-carolina…
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BREAKING: Four-Star 2028 TE Greg Kirwan Commits to UNC Story: on3.com/teams/north-carolina…
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Late arriving crowd in the Smith Center for tonight’s season opener. Nonetheless, tip-off coming shortly in Chapel Hill between the Catamounts and Tar Heels.
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Sayon Keita now getting some post work in with Deon Thompson.
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Isaiah Denis and Angelo Brizzi now getting some pregame work in with Brandon Robinson.
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Maximo Adams, Jaydon Young and Kevin Thomas getting some pregame shots up with Brandon Robinson and Deon Thomas.
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UNC guard Matt Able is on the floor for pregame warmups, and is set to play for the Tar Heels tonight in the season opener. Able sat out of last week’s preseason finale against Charlotte for undisclosed reasons, but will suit up for Carolina tonight.
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Checking in from the Dean E. Smith Center. Michael Malone era of North Carolina basketball set to officially start tonight when the Tar Heels welcome Western Carolina into the Smith Center at 7 p.m.
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The Michael Malone era at North Carolina officially tips off Monday night as the Tar Heels welcome Western Carolina to the Smith Center for their 2026-27 season opener. Game preview: on3.com/teams/north-carolina…
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Another edition of the Staff Insider was just completed, with our experts providing UNC scoop on recruiting, injuries, personnel, and answering reader questions. Join the conversation: on3.com/boards/threads/monda…
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Dive into the numbers behind Billy Edwards Jr.'s ACC Quarterback of the Week nod in UNC's loss to No. 1 Miami on Saturday. Additional details on UNC's run game woes and Tar Heel standouts in this week's IC game review. Story: on3.com/teams/north-carolina…
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With the Early Signing Period just over a week away, I've gathered the latest intel on the top remaining uncommitted recruits in the 2027 class. Where things stand, who's trending, schools gaining momentum, and more. Intel: on3.com/rivals/news/recruiti…
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Inside from @GSBarnes23 on where Cameron Fens' eligibility quest stands as UNC opens its season tonight.
There was good news for UNC football on the NCAA eligibility front on Friday, although Cameron Fens is still ineligible. @GSBarnes23 has further insight into Fens's legal situation, including why he has likely remained in the Tenn case. Story: on3.com/teams/north-carolina…
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It'll be three straight night games in Kenan Stadium. UNC vs. Louisville set for 7/7:30pm on Nov. 14.
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It's useful to “chunk” Michael Malone's debut season into bite sized pieces. That first chunk includes three home games, beginning tonight. Thoughts from Rob: on3.com/teams/north-carolina…
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