Unc basketball news
Here are some recent news and updates about the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill's men's basketball team:
Recent Games and Results
- The Tar Heels finished the 2022-23 season with a 22-10 overall record and a 16-4 record in the Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC).
- They lost to Marquette in the second round of the NCAA Tournament.
- UNC finished the season ranked #14 in the AP Top 25 poll.
Coaching Staff
- Hubert Davis is the head coach of the Tar Heels. He was hired in March 2021 and led the team to a 23-9 record in his first season.
- The team's assistant coaches include:
- Steve Robinson (associate head coach)
- Brad Brownell (assistant coach)
- Wes Miller (assistant coach)
- C.B. McGrath (assistant coach)
- Chad Wadsworth (assistant coach)
Recruiting
- The Tar Heels have a strong recruiting class coming in for the 2023-24 season, featuring four-star prospects Seth Trimble and Jalen Washington.
- UNC is also expected to land top-100 recruit Jalen Duren, a five-star power forward.
Player News
- Senior forward Armando Bacot declared for the NBA draft but did not hire an agent, leaving open the possibility of returning to UNC for his senior season.
- Sophomore guard R.J. Davis was named to the ACC All-Freshman Team and is expected to be a key contributor next season.
- Junior forward Brady Manek, a transfer from Oklahoma, averaged 12.2 points and 5.5 rebounds per game in his first season with the Tar Heels.
Scheduling
- The Tar Heels have announced their non-conference schedule for the 2023-24 season, featuring games against teams like Michigan, UCLA, and Gonzaga.
- UNC will also play a 20-game ACC schedule, including matchups against rival Duke and North Carolina State.
Other News
- The Tar Heels are expected to host the 2024 ACC Tournament at the Dean E. Smith Center.
- UNC is also planning to renovate the Smith Center, which will include upgrades to the court, seating, and amenities.
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