UNC hires Michael Malone, roster overhaul, 2026 recruit

By CBS Sports · Summarized & edited by Kapil Samant · 2026-04-18

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Michael Malone hired as UNC head coach, bringing NBA championship experience and first college job since 2001.
Caleb Wilson announced departure, expected top pick in the 2026 NBA Draft and former leading scorer.
Dylan Mingo decommitted, No. 5 overall 2026 recruit, now exploring other schools.
Henri Veesaar likely to return, led UNC in points, rebounds and blocks last season.
Luka Bogavac expected back on roster, averaged 9.8 points per game last year.
TarHeel247 insiders provide roster updates and target list as Malone builds a professional‑style team.

Why it matters: UNC loses its top scorer Caleb Wilson and a top-5 recruit, forcing Malone to rebuild before the 2026 season.