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UNC Keeps Rolling Under Michael Malone, Lands 5-Star Transfer Matt Able

UNC Keeps Rolling Under Michael Malone, Lands 5-Star Transfer Matt Able

Summary

The University of North Carolina (UNC) basketball team has added top players through the transfer portal after hiring coach Michael Malone. They recently signed Terrence Brown from Utah and Matt Able from NC State, strengthening their team for the upcoming season.

Key Facts

  • Michael Malone, an NBA champion coach, was hired by UNC two weeks ago.
  • UNC added guard Terrence Brown from Utah, who led his team in scoring, assists, and steals last season.
  • Brown averaged 19.9 points, 3.8 assists, and 1.4 steals per game.
  • UNC also added Matt Able, a former five-star prospect and NC State transfer.
  • Able was ranked No. 26 nationally in the 2025 recruiting class and is considered a potential future NBA lottery pick.
  • In one season at NC State, Able averaged 8.8 points, 3.4 rebounds, and 1.2 steals per game.
  • Able is 6-foot-6, weighs 205 pounds, and plays as a two-way guard, meaning he is effective on both offense and defense.
  • The addition of both players creates a strong backcourt duo, improving UNC’s chances in the Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC).
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