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Kemba Walker (15) suits up for the Charlotte Hornets against Kyrie Irving (11) and the Boston Celtics on Sept. 28 in a preseason game at the Smith Center. Photo courtesy of the Charlotte Hornets.

Hornets GM, former UNC basketball player Mitch Kupchak spoke at Fetzer Hall on Friday

By Tommy Fradenburg | September 28

The former UNC basketball and NBA player discusses his career, current position and the future.

Former UNC graduate Taylor Sharp presents his documentary, Hoops Africa: Ubuntu Matters, at the Varsity Theater on Wednesday at 7:30 p.m. Photo courtesy of Taylor Sharp.

UNC alum Taylor Sharp talks directing Hoops Africa: Ubuntu Matters documentary

By Chris Hilburn-Trenkle | September 24

Chris Hilburn-Trenkle sits down with UNC alum and filmmaker Taylor Sharp to discuss his documentary "Hoops Africa: Ubuntu Matters." Getting his start ...

Letter: The University should move its basketball radio coverage

September 23

"It is with dismay that I write you today, as I ponder another year that Tar Heel basketball will be broadcast on 106.1 WTKK."

Due to Hurricane Florence, UNCW to share practice facilities with UNC

By Jack Frederick | September 23

UNC-W players will use the Smith Center and Carmichael Arena for the entire week, and will begin workouts Monday and start practice on Tuesday.

Analysis: Roy Williams and Bob McKillop's friendship, plus five more UNC games to watch

By Chapel Fowler | September 17

UNC men's basketball released its schedule for the 2018-2019 season. Here's what you need to know about six of the most relevant games on the schedule. ...

Michael Jordan, Charlotte Hornets to help with Hurricane Florence efforts

By Jack Frederick | September 14

With Hurricane Florence ripping across North Carolina, Charlotte Hornets Owner Michael Jordan is asking for help in providing immediate relief to areas ...

UNC men's basketball schedule is highlighted by senior night on March 9 vs Duke

By Chris Hilburn-Trenkle | September 13

Here is a look into the full men's basketball schedule for the 2018-2019 season.

BREAKING: Former North Carolina guard P.J. Hairston wanted for assault on a female

By Chris Hilburn-Trenkle | September 7

The life of former North Carolina men’s basketball player P.J. Hairston took another dark turn on Friday afternoon.

Exclusive: Charlotte Hornets launch halftime half-court shot contest for tuition

By Jack Frederick | September 4

Three students could walk home from the Charlotte Hornets' preseason game with $10,000 worth of tuition.

Roy Williams Court dedicated during UNC basketball reunion weekend

By Jack Frederick | August 27

Long after Roy Williams no longer paces the sidelines of the Smith Center, his legacy at UNC will still be there.

Take these indicators from UNC men's basketball in the Bahamas with a grain of salt

By Holt McKeithan | August 21

The North Carolina men’s basketball team dominated inferior competition last weekend in a two-game exhibition swing in the Bahamas, outscoring its opponents ...

Men's basketball receives verbal commitment from five-star center for 2019

By Chris Hilburn-Trenkle | August 17

On Thursday afternoon, a day in the Bahamas got even better for Roy Williams and the North Carolina men’s basketball team.

Roy Williams Court: UNC will name Smith Center playing floor after head coach

By Chapel Fowler | August 2

The playing floor of the Smith Center, home to so many iconic plays, legendary players and pregame floor dives, now has a name — Roy Williams Court. ...

DTH Exclusive Q&A: Charlotte Hornets to hold training camp at UNC

By Jack Frederick | July 25

"In some ways, it can be cathartic for your entire organization. When you're preparing for a season as grueling as an NBA season, to go to a place like ...

Former UNC basketball player Jalek Felton chooses Slovenia as next destination

By Jack Frederick | July 13

Former UNC men's basketball player Jalek Felton has signed a deal to play professional basketball in Slovenia next season. His new team, Petrol Olimpija, ...

Berry, McCool and Selmon honored as 2018 Patterson Medal recipients

By Jack Frederick and Keaton Eberly | July 4

Berry, McCool and Selmon won't return for the Tar Heels next season, but they'll all leave behind a lasting impact on the programs they stood out in.

Joel Berry, Theo Pinson go undrafted, sign undrafted free agent contracts

By Jack Frederick | June 22

For the first time since 2011, no North Carolina basketball players were taken in the NBA Draft.

Men's basketball lands its first recruit for 2020 class after Father's Day visit

By Chris Hilburn-Trenkle | June 18

It’s never too early for North Carolina head coach Roy Williams to start recruiting players for future teams and on Sunday night, he landed a commitment. ...

Luke Maye poised to lead UNC basketball next season after withdrawing from NBA Draft

By Jack Frederick | June 12

In the experience of the NBA pre-Draft process, senior UNC basketball player Luke Maye learned everything he needed to know about his game moving forward. ...

Luke Maye pulls name out of draft, will return for senior season

By Chris Hilburn-Trenkle | May 24

He's coming home.