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Head Coach Roy Williams high-fives fans as he enters the arena for UNC's match-up against Auburn in the Sweet 16 of the NCAA Tournament on Friday, March 29, 2019 at the Sprint Center in Kansas City, M.O. UNC lost 97-80 against Auburn.

Grad transfer Christian Keeling commits to UNC for 2019-20 season

By Ryan Wilcox

Graduate transfer Christian Keeling has announced his intention to join North Carolina for the 2019-2020 season. He is the third recruit to commit to UNC in the past four days

Vasco Evtimov graduated with a degree in communications on Sunday. A promise to Dean Smith, his former head coach, is what got him there. Photo courtesy of Vasco Evtimov/Instagram.

Vasco Evtimov graduates from UNC, his 20-year promise to Dean Smith fulfilled

UNC guard Kenny Williams (24) goes up for a shot during the game against Gonzaga at the Dean Dome on Saturday night. UNC won 103 - 90.

Here's what you missed from UNC Athletics over Winter Break

First-year guard Coby White (2) pushes pass defenders for a layup against Louisville in the quarterfinals of the ACC tournament on Thursday, March 14, 2019 at the Spectrum Center in Charlotte, N.C. UNC defeated Louisville 83-70 to advance to the semifinals.

Three Washington players to look out for in UNC's second-round matchup

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First-year forward Nassir Little goes up for a layup during the first half of UNC's first-round NCAA Tournament game against Iona at the Nationwide Arena in Columbus, Ohio, on March 22, 2019.

‘It just feels amazing’: Nassir Little shines in NCAA Tournament debut for UNC

By Ryan Wilcox

In what was mostly a game of two halves, first-year wing Nassir Little was the lone constant.

Head coach Roy Williams answers questions during a press conference on Saturday, March 23, 2019.

Graduate transfer forward Justin Pierce picks UNC

By Matt Chilson

Justin Pierce, a graduate transfer from William & Mary, announced his commitment to UNC on Thursday.

Head Coach Roy Williams encourages players during the final home game against Duke in the Smith Center on Saturday, March 9, 2019. UNC defeated Duke 70-79 on Senior Night to finish the season as ACC regular season champions.

Previewing UNC's roster after commitments from Cole Anthony and Anthony Harris

By Ryan Wilcox

Tuesday was one of the busiest days in UNC basketball recruiting history. Here's sports desk's projection for the 2019-20 roster based on this week's recruitment.

North Carolina wing Justin Jackson (44) points to the bench after hitting a 3-pointer against Oregon in the teams' Final Four matchup on Saturday in Phoenix.

Tar Heels in the Pros: Carter, Ellington and Jackson ramp up before NBA Playoffs

By Jared McMasters

The attention surrounding the NBA Playoffs shouldn't distract you from keeping up with these former North Carolina basketball standouts from across the league. Vince Carter, Wayne Ellington and Justin Jackson not only have impressive records, but they all are contributing to a larger NBA history.

Vasco Evtimov, 41, is set to graduate in May with a communications degree. "It's really interesting learning about different ideas and how to set up young individuals coming out of college, what to expect when they get a job," he said his major. "Really prepares you for it. And it's really interesting for me."

We sat down with Vasco Evtimov to talk about his favorite Dean Smith memory and more

By Chapel Fowler

On Monday, the Daily Tar Heel profiled former UNC basketball player Vasco Evtimov. Here are some extra stories from that wide-ranging, exclusive 30-minute interview.

Antawn Jamison visits The Daily Tar Heel office on Tuesday, Jan. 29, 2019.

We sat down with Antawn Jamison to talk about the significance of UNC-Duke rivalry

By Chris Hilburn-Trenkle

On Jan. 29, The Daily Tar Heel interviewed former UNC men’s basketball player Antawn Jamison regarding the significance of the UNC-Duke rivalry. Jamison was the unanimous 1998 National College Basketball Player of the Year and his No. 33 jersey was retired in 2000.

Reggie Bullock (35) takes a 3-point shot against Villanova on March 22, 2013. The Tar Heels won 78-71 in the second round of the NCAA Tournament.

Tar Heels in the Pros: Danny Green and other wings lead the way for UNC in the NBA

By Grant Hughes

Several former UNC basketball players have been showing off their prowess this week with great performances.

Harvard forward Danilo Djuricic (30) guards UNC forward Nassir Little (5) in the Smith Center Wednesday, Jan. 2, 2019. UNC defeated Harvard 77-57.

We sat down with Nassir Little to talk about his life on and off the court

By Chris Hilburn-Trenkle

Nassir Little talks to us about being the McDonald's All-American game MVP, his journey becoming a basketball player, and his plans for the future.

Seventh Woods (0) dribbles in Monday's 90-72 win over Stanford.

Rising senior guard Seventh Woods to transfer from UNC basketball

By Chapel Fowler

Seventh Woods announced the news of his transfer on Instagram on Thursday afternoon.

Head Coach Roy Williams high-fives fans as he enters the arena for the second round of the NCAA tournament against Washington at Nationwide Arena in Columbus, OH on Sunday, March 24, 2019. UNC defeated Washington 81-59.

Four-star guard Anthony Harris joins Cole Anthony in committing to UNC

By Chris Hilburn-Trenkle

UNC now has four commitments for the 2019-2020 season and the class checks in at No. 6 on 247Sports' team rankings.

Head Coach Roy Williams yells to players and referees during UNC's 97-80 loss against Auburn in the Sweet 16 of the NCAA Tournament on Friday, March 29, 2019 at the Sprint Center in Kansas City, M.O.

Five-star guard Cole Anthony commits to UNC

By Ryan Wilcox

Five-star point guard Cole Anthony announced on Tuesday morning that he will play for North Carolina in 2019-20. This addition, among others, to the freshman Tar Heel class leaves UNC looking to follow up a mostly-successful season.

Action shot during UNC v. Duke basketball game at opening of Dean Smith Activities Center, Chapel Hill, NC; UNC beat Duke 95-92. UNC's Brad Daugherty #42 going up for shot.
UNC v. Duke basketball, opening of Smith Center, in the Hugh Morton Photographs and Films #P0081, copyright January 18, 1986, North Carolina Collection, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Library.

'A special place in my heart': Former UNC basketball player Brad Daugherty gives back

By Jared McMasters

Nearly four decades later, Brad Daugherty is still remaining true to his roots and helping give back to his home town.

Ed Davis and UNC beat the Wildcats defensively Tuesday" keeping Jodie Meeks UK?s leading scorer against VMI at 5-for-20 from the floor.

Tar Heels in the pros: UNC basketball alums crucial in NBA playoffs

By Ryan Wilcox

UNC alums Ed Davis, with the Brooklyn Nets, and 2009 NCAA champion Danny Green, with the Toronto Raptors, have proven to be key assets for their teams in the first two games of the NBA playoffs.

Bob Ward stands inside the Carolina Basketball Museum where he has worked as an attendant and greeter since 2008. Ward is a lifelong resident of Chapel Hill and has been a regular usher at UNC basketball games for 35 years.

UNC basketball usher shares paths with seven decades of Chapel Hill legends

By James Tatter

Bob Ward has volumes of stories about UNC and Chapel Hill. He has witnessed a multitude of UNC's best and famous moments. If you’ve been here long enough, chances are your path has crossed with Ward’s too.

Duke first-year forward Zion Williamson (1) attempts to block a layup by UNC first-year forward Nassir Little (5) during the semifinals of the ACC Tournament at the Spectrum Center in Charlotte, N.C. on Friday, March 15, 2019. UNC fell to Duke 73-74.

COLUMN: Zion Williamson lived up to the hype at Duke

By Parth Upadhyaya

Even though this is another article about Zion Williamson, read this take on why everyone reporting about Williamson isn't an isolated incident and how social media is influencing how much everyone hears about the Duke standout.

COLUMN: Virginia completed the ultimate redemption tale on Monday night

By Chris Hilburn-Trenkle

Virginia will always be the answer to the trivia question of the first No. 1 seed to lose to a No. 16 seed. But the Cavaliers will also be remembered for something more.

125 Years of Editorial Freedom

125 Years of Editorial Freedom

Grad transfer Christian Keeling commits to UNC for 2019-20 season

Vasco Evtimov graduates from UNC, his 20-year promise to Dean Smith fulfilled

Here's what you missed from UNC Athletics over Winter Break

Three Washington players to look out for in UNC's second-round matchup

Men's basketball

‘It just feels amazing’: Nassir Little shines in NCAA Tournament debut for UNC

Graduate transfer forward Justin Pierce picks UNC

Previewing UNC's roster after commitments from Cole Anthony and Anthony Harris

Tar Heels in the Pros: Carter, Ellington and Jackson ramp up before NBA Playoffs

We sat down with Vasco Evtimov to talk about his favorite Dean Smith memory and more

We sat down with Antawn Jamison to talk about the significance of UNC-Duke rivalry

Tar Heels in the Pros: Danny Green and other wings lead the way for UNC in the NBA

We sat down with Nassir Little to talk about his life on and off the court

Rising senior guard Seventh Woods to transfer from UNC basketball

Four-star guard Anthony Harris joins Cole Anthony in committing to UNC

Five-star guard Cole Anthony commits to UNC

'A special place in my heart': Former UNC basketball player Brad Daugherty gives back

Tar Heels in the pros: UNC basketball alums crucial in NBA playoffs

UNC basketball usher shares paths with seven decades of Chapel Hill legends

COLUMN: Zion Williamson lived up to the hype at Duke

COLUMN: Virginia completed the ultimate redemption tale on Monday night

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