UNC basketball rookie Drake Powell ... I was born and bred a Tar Heel, and to have the opportunity to put on that uniform, run through that tunnel, and compete for the university that I love ...

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The transfer portal is closed, so here's a look at six of the key players on UNC basketball's 2025-26 roster to this point.

We know that Trimble will get to play alongside incoming 5-star power forward Caleb Wilson, who is one of Hubert Davis' greatest recruiting victories as UNC's head coach, plus incoming 4-star combo ...

When it comes to the best overall players in UNC basketball history, Michael Jordan should be at the top of your list ... the Bulls' starting point gig now belongs to the former Tar Heel. Will White ...