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Washington forward Noah Dickerson (15) attempts to block a shot by UNC first-year guard Nassir Little (5) in the second round of the NCAA tournament at Nationwide Arena in Columbus, OH on Sunday, March 24, 2019. UNC defeated Washington 81-59. Little scored 20 points for the Tar Heels.

PREVIEW: Here's where a few former Tar Heels could end up in the NBA draft

By Sports Desk

Multiple Tar Heels will be taken in Thursday's NBA draft. Here's where they could end up, and how their careers might look in a few years' time.

Danny Green hoists the 2009 NCAA championship trophy with his team. Green has since gone on to win the NBA championship with the San Antonio Spurs. (DTH File Photo)

Tar Heels in the pros: Danny Green joins rare company, captures second NBA title

Junior guard Seventh Woods (0) dribbles the ball past redshirt freshman Hunter Vick (20) in the Dean Smith Center on Friday, Nov. 16, 2018. UNC beat Tennessee Tech 108-58.

Former UNC guard Seventh Woods to transfer to South Carolina

Guard Jalek Felton (5) guards against a Northern Iowa player on Friday in the Smith Center.

Over a year later, still few answers in Jalek Felton's departure from North Carolina

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Sports editors from left to right: Chris Hilburn-Trenkle, Jack Frederick, Ryan Wilcox and Holt McKeithan.

PREVIEW: DTH sports desk gives its NBA Finals predictions

By Sports Desk

Who will come out on top? A team who is about to experience their first-time in the NBA Finals a team who has seen the last five years of the NBA Finals? DTH Sports has their predictions here:

Junior guard Seventh Woods (0) moves to the basket during the game against UNCW on Wednesday, Dec. 5, 2018 in the Smith Center. UNC won 97-69.

Former UNC guard Seventh Woods is zeroing in on three schools for transfer

By Chapel Fowler

Seventh Woods will likely announce his transfer decision next week as he narrows his list down to three schools.

Danny Green was one of five Tar Heel players in double figures ? each UNC starter had at least 12. Green also recorded five rebounds an assist and a steal for UNC. ?In the second half we were really good offensively? coach Roy Williams said.

Tar Heels in the pros: Danny Green returns to the NBA Finals

By Jerome Simpson

This NBA Finals, UNC alum Danny Green has a chance to join an exclusive list – players who have an NCAA title and multiple NBA titles.

Former UNC guard Jalek Felton says his 2018 suspension, withdrawal are 'in the past'

By Chapel Fowler

Following his sudden departure from UNC in 2018, Jalek Felton commented on his experiences on the basketball court following his North Carolina career.

COLUMN: Despite what you may think, UNC basketball players are just like you and me

By Jack Frederick

Maybe you don’t know it yet, but when you step onto campus you’ll realize the basketball players you grew up watching on primetime television aren’t that different from you and me.

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

Here's an updated look at UNC basketball's roster for the 2019-20 season

By Ryan Wilcox

The North Carolina men's basketball team isn't being rebuilt, it's being reloaded. The roster of incoming players consists of players who are at the top of their league and who are a source of versatility for the Tar Heels.

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

By Chapel Fowler

For Vasco Evtimov, graduating from UNC wasn't just about getting a degree or walking down the field at Kenan Stadium. It was about fulfilling a long-kept promise to his former basketball coach, Dean Smith.

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 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

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.

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.

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PREVIEW: Here's where a few former Tar Heels could end up in the NBA draft

Tar Heels in the pros: Danny Green joins rare company, captures second NBA title

Former UNC guard Seventh Woods to transfer to South Carolina

Over a year later, still few answers in Jalek Felton's departure from North Carolina

Men's basketball

PREVIEW: DTH sports desk gives its NBA Finals predictions

Former UNC guard Seventh Woods is zeroing in on three schools for transfer

Tar Heels in the pros: Danny Green returns to the NBA Finals

Former UNC guard Jalek Felton says his 2018 suspension, withdrawal are 'in the past'

COLUMN: Despite what you may think, UNC basketball players are just like you and me

Here's an updated look at UNC basketball's roster for the 2019-20 season

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

Graduate transfer forward Justin Pierce picks UNC

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

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

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

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