UNC Basketball Preview 2016 -

Calm and consistent: Joel Berry embraces role as UNC's unquestioned leader

Joel Berry brushed the confetti off his shoulder.

UNC men's basketball looks to replace Brice Johnson, Marcus Paige

Although UNC’s lineup is made up of mostly familiar faces, there are two glaring absences this season.

Kenny Williams changes mental approach after first-year woes

By Kiley Burns | November 10

Kennedy Meeks' slimmer frame adds strength, explosiveness

By Will Bryant | November 10

Luke Maye brings versatility to UNC frontcourt

Sophomore guard Stephanie Watts (5) defends during the game against Elizabeth City State at Carmichael Arena on Monday.

UNC women's basketball looks to surprise despite inexperience

By Ethan Belshe | November 10

If there’s one thing North Carolina women’s basketball Coach Sylvia Hatchell is tired of doing, it’s talking about the past. Instead, she’s ready ...

UNC guard Nate Britt (0) looks to pass the ball around a UNC-Pembroke defender on Friday.

Nate Britt returns to familiar role in UNC backcourt

By Brendan Marks | November 10

Maybe it’s nothing. Maybe the hullabaloo is unwarranted — just a blip on the radar for this North Carolina men’s basketball season.

UNC forward Theo Pinson (right) celebrates after a teammate made a shot in the men's basketball team's game against UNC-Pembroke.

Injury sets back Theo Pinson, Tar Heels

By James Tatter | November 10

Keep the camera on Theo Pinson. Don’t look away now. This is the guy who relishes the spotlight.

UNC forward Isaiah Hicks (4) dunks the ball against UNC-Pembroke on Friday.

Isaiah Hicks seeks stability in starting role

By Blake Richardson | November 10

Roy Williams had already signed the paperwork.

Justin Jackson assumes Theo Pinson's role in small-ball lineup

By John Bauman | November 10

One of North Carolina’s most valuable lineups last season was a small-ball unit with junior Theo Pinson playing at the four. Those lineups feature just ...

Justin Jackson embraces pressure in Paige and Johnson's absence

By David Adler | November 10

Coming off a successful first year at North Carolina, many expected Justin Jackson to build on that season and shoulder more of the scoring load. ...