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North Carolina reportedly hands Michael Malone 6-year, $50M deal, making him second-highest paid college basketball coach
7+ hour, 36+ min ago (356+ words) The University of North Carolina got their man Tuesday, announcing the hiring of former Denver Nuggets coach Michael Malone as the school's new men's basketball coach. While Malone brings championship experience to the team, it cost UNC a pretty penny…...
Why North Carolina was "desperate" to hire Mike Malone as their next head coach
12+ hour, 8+ min ago (609+ words) Yahoo Sports Daily hosts Caroline Fenton and Jason Fitz break down why they believe North Carolina hiring Mike Malone will blow up in their face. Watch the full episode of Yahoo Sports Daily on YouTube or YahooSports.TV. A desperate…...
North Carolina forward Zayden High plans to enter NCAA Transfer Portal
12+ hour, 38+ min ago (390+ words) North Carolina redshirt sophomore forward Zayden High plans to enter the NCAA Transfer Portal after three seasons in Chapel Hill. He announced the news on Tuesday morning. A Texas native, High appeared 52 games during his time with Tar Heels " and…...
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1+ day, 1+ hour ago (20+ words) After shocking the basketball world by landing Michael Malone, Mike Krzyzewski compared his hiring by North Carolina to Bill Belichick....
Which NBA team did North Carolina steal Mike Malone from?
1+ day, 2+ hour ago (262+ words) North Carolina basketball tabbed Michael Malone as its next head coach in a surprise move Monday. Malone never emerged as the top pick for the Tar Heels opening. UNC reportedly targeted Tommy Lloyd (Arizona) and Dusty May (Michigan). Turns out…...
North Carolina guard Derek Dixon plans to enter NCAA transfer portal
1+ day, 6+ hour ago (383+ words) North Carolina guard Derek Dixon plans to enter the NCAA transfer portal, per On3s Joe Tipton. His decision comes after former coach Hubert Davis was let go by the program and amid news that they intend to hire former Nuggets coach…...
North Carolina to reportedly hire former Nuggets coach Michael Malone as Hubert Davis' replacement
20+ hour, 58+ min ago (699+ words) The University of North Carolina reportedly found its replacement for Hubert Davis, and it's a surprising name. Former Denver Nuggets head coach and NBA championship winner Michael Malone will reportedly be hired to run the program following Davis' firing, per…...
Mike Krzyzewski says North Carolina's Michael Malone will have 'learning curve"
20+ hour, 46+ min ago (420+ words) North Carolina has plucked both its football and men's basketball coaches from the professional ranks in the last two years, hiring New England Patriots legend Bill Belichick prior to the 2025 season and former Denver Nuggets head coach Michael Malone on…...
Why is North Carolina hiring Michael Malone? Tar Heels make stunning decision to bring in former Nuggets coach
1+ day, 1+ hour ago (463+ words) The University of North Carolina is hiring Michael Malone to be its next head coach, per ESPN's Pete Thamel. The Tar Heels were in need of a new head coach after firing Hubert Davis following a first-round exit in the…...
Mike Krzyzewski roasts Bill Belichick, North Carolina after college basketball hire
1+ day, 8+ hour ago (391+ words) Duke Blue Devils legend Mike Krzyzewski isn't coaching college basketball against North Carolina any longer, but his troll game over the ACC team remains elite. Krzyzewski is one of the greatest coaches to ever step foot on the hardwood during…...