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North Carolina is still looking to make a frontcourt splash in the transfer portal and Illinois transfer Coleman Hawkins might just be that guy. Part of the problem right now is that Hawkins is currently in the NBA Draft. CBS' Matt Norlander suggests that if Hawkins returns to college, the Tar Heels would be in play for his services. Would Hawkins be more or a 4 or 5 for Carolina…or play some of both? Why are there misconceptions about Hawkins and his temperament? Could he be next season's version of Cormac Ryan from a fiery standpoint? What critical things does Hawkins still need to work on improving? Locked On Tar Heels Discord: https://discord.gg/DGhGSEPP2d Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…
Outside of landing Belmont transfer Cade Tyson and getting back RJ Davis and Seth Trimble withdrawing from the portal, the North Carolina Tar Heels haven't been able to secure other portal commits. At this point, if you were Hubert Davis, what would you do? How would you change your approach? Would you change your approach? What's the potential fit for North Carolina with of the transfer portal targets the Heels might go after – Coleman Hawkins (Illinois), Ven-Allen Lubin (Vanderbilt), and Dillon Mitchell (Texas)? Locked On Tar Heels Discord: https://discord.gg/DGhGSEPP2d Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…
North Carolina is still in search of the guys it wants to fill the frontcourt vacancies left by Armando Bacot and Harrison Ingram. One possibility to fill Ingram's shoes is FSU transfer Jamir Watkins, who the Tar Heels got familiar with this year up close and personal. How would Watkins' all-around game bring a unique dynamic to the Tar Heels? Another potential target could be Samford transfer Achor Achor, who went toe to toe with Kansas and Hunter Dickinson in the NCAA Tournament, nearly taking down the mighty Jayhawks. Regardless what happens with these two potential targets and Carolina choosing to pursue them, there are other frontcourt players out there for the Tar Heels to go after.Locked On Tar Heels Discord: https://discord.gg/DGhGSEPP2d Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…
For the second straight day, one of Carolina's frontcourt transfer portal targets chose a non-UNC option. On Sunday it was Rutgers transfer Cliff Omoruyi choosing Alabama and on Monday it was Kentucky transfer Adou Thiero picking Arkansas. What does this mean for the Tar Heels? Where do they turn next? Is it time for a reset? Is it time to consider playing to the current strengths of the roster more heavily? Will Carolina continue to consider transfer portal options? Will they take a serious look at players currently in the NBA Draft, but also in the transfer portal, like Illinois' Coleman Hawkins? Locked On Tar Heels Discord: https://discord.gg/DGhGSEPP2d Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…
Anything seems possible in conference realignment. North Carolina seems like they will either stay in the ACC or join the Big Ten or SEC, BUT - is there a world in which the Tar Heels would head to the Big 12?Locked On Tar Heels Discord: https://discord.gg/DGhGSEPP2d Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…
Rutgers transfer center Cliff Omoruyi chose Alabama over North Carolina, Kansas State, and Georgetown. That decision leaves the Tar Heels still in search of an Armando Bacot replacement in the frontcourt. What will UNC's next move be? Is Jalen Washington now the answer or will they continue to search for a big? What about PF? Where does Carolina stand with Adou Thiero and others?Locked On Tar Heels Discord: https://discord.gg/DGhGSEPP2d Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…
Harrison Ingram is firmly in the 2024 NBA Draft (as far as we currently know), but what if he didn't hear what he wanted and ultimately returned to Carolina? Assuming that Cliff Omoruyi also committed, UNC would be absolutely loaded. A likely starting lineup of Elliot Cadeau, RJ Davis, Cade Tyson, Ingram, and Omoruyi. Not to mention a stocked bench that includes Seth Trimble, Jalen Washington, Jae'lyn Withers, Ian Jackson, Drake Powell, Zayden High, and James Brown.Speaking of Withers, he is officially back. That was the expectation all along, but Jon Rothstein confirmed it on Thursday. Omoruyi is currently on his visit to Chapel Hill – so go where you go, do what you do. Locked On Tar Heels Discord: https://discord.gg/DGhGSEPP2d Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…
RJ Davis is returning to North Carolina for a 5th year. He's already accomplished so much in a Tar Heel uniform, but what else can he do individually and at the team level to continue cementing his legacy? Cliff Omoruyi begins his Carolina visit today and many eyes are on the center position. But UNC is also looking for another PF, namely Adou Thiero. What happens if Thiero goes elsewhere? Will the Tar Heels pursue someone else or just stay put? Or hope that Harrison Ingram pulls out of the NBA Draft? The transfer portal has now closed. That means the Tar Heels are getting back every scholarship player from last year's team that had remaining eligibility outside of James Okonkwo.Locked On Tar Heels Discord: https://discord.gg/DGhGSEPP2d Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…
North Carolina's RJ Davis is officially back for his 5th year of college. Davis will likely be the National Preseason Player of the Year and will be set to break tons of records. This means UNC will have it's back court back intact with Davis, Elliot Cadeau, and Seth Trimble, plus adding in uber-talented freshman Ian Jackson.Locked On Tar Heels Discord: https://discord.gg/DGhGSEPP2d Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…
NOTE: THIS EPISODE WAS RECORDED BEFORE RJ DAVIS' MIDDLE OF THE NIGHT ANNOUNCEMENT THAT HE'S RETURNING FOR HIS FIFTH YEAR.The NBA Draft Early Entry list came out on Tuesday and while it's interesting to look at the names on it; it's equally as intriguing to see what names are NOT on the list. This year that included RJ Davis and Adou Thiero. Davis' absence is further confirmation of his return to Chapel Hill (although it's still yet to be reported by he or the UNC). Thiero's absence is notable because the prevailing understanding was that Carolina would have to wait until the Kentucky transfer went through the NBA Draft Process.Carolina's search for a big man appears to fully centered on Rutgers transfer Cliff Omoruyi, who has been visiting Alabama early this week. There was fear that the Tide would lock up his commitment and Omoruyi would never visit Chapel Hill. However, the good news is that Omoruyi will indeed take his trip to Carolina, and confirmed that it will be his final visit. Locked On Tar Heels Discord: https://discord.gg/DGhGSEPP2d Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…
On Monday, Tennessee transfer Jonas Aidoo committed to Arkansas and John Calipari, meaning that North Carolina's only remaining transfer portal target (currently) at the center position is Rutgers transfer Cliff Omoruyi. With Armando Bacot out the door, UNC needs a strong replacement in the post. Omoruyi is currently on a visit to Alabama. What happens if UNC misses on both Aidoo AND Omoruyi? Would they go with just what's already on the roster? Or would they continue to search for something else? Are Jalen Washington and James Brown enough?Locked On Tar Heels Discord: https://discord.gg/DGhGSEPP2d Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…
Belmont transfer and rising junior SF Cade Tyson has committed to the North Carolina Tar Heels. He becomes the first commit for UNC in this cycle (save for Seth Trimble pulling out of the portal to return). Tyson is the brother of former Clemson Tiger Hunter Tyson and will have two years of eligibility for Hubert Davis. The Tar Heels still have three scholarships to utilize for 2024-25. How will Hubert Davis and company elect to utilize them? We know they are in the market for a PF, with Kentucky transfer Adou Thiero as the key target. UNC is also looking for a C to replace Armando Bacot, with Tennessee transfer Jonas Aidoo and Rutgers transfer Cliff Omoruyi the current targets. Carolina is still awaiting official word from reigning ACC Player of the Year RJ Davis, whom is expected to return.Locked On Tar Heels Discord: https://discord.gg/DGhGSEPP2d Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…
Miami's Norchad Omier entered the transfer portal on Thursday. With North Carolina in the mix for other centers like Jonas Aidoo and Cliff Omoruyi, but having not landed one, it would make sense for the Tar Heels to at least make a phone call. Is there a possibility that Creighton's Ryan Kalkbrenner might also enter the portal? If so, the Tar Heels should get right to work. At power forward, Hubert Davis, along with Sean May, Brad Frederick, and Jeff Lebo were in Lexington on Thursday to meet with Adou Theiro. Will the Tar Heels be able to land him over Pitt? For small forward, Carolina is hopeful to land Cade Tyson, but Andrej Stojakovic and Koby Brea are also in the mix. Locked On Tar Heels Discord: https://discord.gg/DGhGSEPP2d Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…
It's time for the 2024 NFL Draft, with Round 1 action tonight. Where will North Carolina QB Drake Maye end up going? Will it be No. 2 to the Commanders or No. 3 to the Patriots? Orrrrr…surprise, does he wind up in Minnesota or elsewhere with a team trading up? Where will the fortunes lie for Tez Walker and Cedric Gray? Will they be off the board on Day 2 or Day 3? Looking toward next year, the questions will focus around who replaces Maye between Max Johnson or Conner Harrell, but PFF's Max Chadwick suggests that the big thing to remember is Omarion Hampton in the backfield. Locked On Tar Heels Discord: https://discord.gg/DGhGSEPP2d Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…
Reports from reputable sources CBS and Field of 68 confirm that RJ Davis will return for a fifth year at North Carolina. While it's not enough yet to proclaim it from the mountaintops, it is enough to discuss what n RJ Davis return means and looks like for UNC. Seth Trimble is also back for UNC and the Tar Heels will have to figure out how to best deploy him. What is Trimble's sweet spot? Davis and Trimble will form a loaded backcourt along with Elliot Cadeau and Ian Jackson. Also – Carolina has had multiple transfers who have been that intangibles guy to hold teammates accountable – Brady Manek, Harrison Ingram, and Cormac Ryan. Who will that be next season? Locked On Tar Heels Discord: https://discord.gg/DGhGSEPP2d Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…
On Tuesday afternoon, rising junior Seth Trimble announced that he was withdrawing from the transfer portal and coming back to North Carolina. This is welcome news for Hubert Davis and company, who will get back their top individual defender. Also on Tuesday afternoon Matt Norlander of CBS sports spoke of rumors of RJ Davis returning to North Carolina to utilize his COVID eligibility and play a 5th year for the Tar Heels. It would be the 3rd straight season UNC has had a player stick around for a 5th year. North Carolina will still be in search of a center, power forward, and small forward to fill out the roster.Locked On Tar Heels Discord: https://discord.gg/DGhGSEPP2d Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…
The North Carolina football team had their spring football game on Saturday as they look to replace Drake Maye under center. All eyes are on the competition between Conner Harrell and transfer Max Johnson. Neither separated enough to distinguish himself as QB1 for the fall. The competition will carry on. Da'Norris Searcy joins Isaac Schade to discuss how various position groups looked on Saturday. Locked On Tar Heels Discord: https://discord.gg/DGhGSEPP2d Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…
On Saturday, North Carolina junior Harrison Ingram announced his intent to enter the 2024 NBA Draft. However, on Monday, Jon Rothstein tweeted out that Ingram was indeed maintaining his college eligibility despite never hinting at that initially. The move would certainly be good for roster continuity. However, a prolonged absence from Ingram would certainly put the Tar Heels in a bind.Koby Brea included the Tar Heels in his final five, along with Duke, UConn, Kentucky, and Kansas.Cliff Omoruyi has scheduled a visit to Kansas State and will visit Alabama this weekend. Locked On Tar Heels Discord: https://discord.gg/DGhGSEPP2d Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…
With elite options seemingly dwindling in the transfer portal, North Carolina supporters are getting antsy waiting on the decisions of players such as Center targets Cliff Omoruyi (Rutgers) and Jonas Aidoo (Tennessee). Will sharpshooter Cade Tyson (Belmont) commit following his weekend visit to Chapel Hill? Will Harrison Ingram off to the NBA, will Kentucky's Adou Thiero come to Chapel Hill? With Ingram's decision, the RJ Davis decision looms all the larger. What did we learn from UNC's Spring Football Game? Who's got the edge between Conner Harrell and Max Johnson currently? Will the young receivers step up? Will the older receivers be on the field?An ACC Championship for women's tennis! Locked On Tar Heels Discord: https://discord.gg/DGhGSEPP2d Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…
North Carolina junior Harrison Ingram has declared for the 2024 NBA Draft. He had a great year in Chapel Hill and reminded folks of why he was so highly sought after coming out of high school. Where does UNC turn next?Locked On Tar Heels Discord: https://discord.gg/DGhGSEPP2d Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…
The North Carolina Tar Heels have had confirmed conversations with Stanford transfer Andrej Stojakovic (per Inside Carolina), the son of Peja. The question: Is Stojakovic a primary target for UNC or more of a back-up plan in case Carolina can't land Cade Tyson (who is on a visit to Chapel Hill this weekend)? Harrison Ingram's production and numbers certainly went up after transferring from the Cardinal.Big man portal target Jonas Aidoo (Tennessee transfer) is visiting Baylor this weekend and received a crystal ball prediction from 247Sports' Travis Branham to the Bears. IF that ends up coming to fruition, the Tar Heels would be down to Cliff Omoruyi (Rutgers) or Danny Wolf (Yale) of their current Armando Bacot replacement targets. Isaac Schade and Coach Pac Kilby discuss who they would rather have in that scenario. Locked On Tar Heels Discord: https://discord.gg/DGhGSEPP2d Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…
Three weeks ago today, Norht Carolina lost to Alabama in the NCAA Tournament Sweet 16. Since then, we haven't heard and public news from either RJ Davis or Harrison Ingram. Having already discussed Ingram's processing, Isaac Schade and Coach Rob turn their attention to RJ Davis and how he might be processing this decision. It's gametime: Build. That. Roster. Isaac & Coach Rob construct a hypothetical roster for next season combining the six current returners, three incoming freshmen, Cade Tyson, and Coach picking between Jonas Aidoo, Cliff Omoruyi, and Danny Wolf. Who would be the starting five out of that group? Coach's answer may surprise you. Locked On Tar Heels Discord: https://discord.gg/DGhGSEPP2d Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…
North Carolina held a public football practice over the weekend and Da'Norris Searcy was on hand to scope it out. First takeaway? The quarterback room is competitive and will feature a battle between Conner Harrell and Max Johnson.The secondary also projects to be a competitive room with all sorts of talented young men ready to go, led by the likes of Alijah Huzzie. Locked On Tar Heels Discord: https://discord.gg/DGhGSEPP2d Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…
One of North Carolina's big man targets, Arizona's Oumar Ballo, committed to Indiana on Tuesday. Despite the shrinking pool of candidates, UNC still has solid options for a paint player out of the portal: Jonas Aidoo (Tennesseee), Cliff Omoruyi (Rutgers), and Danny Wolf (Yale). There could be others, but those are the three we currently. Where should Hubert Davis focus his attention?The Tar Heels are courting Belmont transfer Cade Tyson and things appear to be in good shape, however, there's no guarantee. If Tyson elects to go elsewhere, host Isaac Schade suggests that UNC look hard at Dayton transfer Koby Brea. Locked On Tar Heels Discord: https://discord.gg/DGhGSEPP2d Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…
The North Carolina Tar Heels continue their search for Armando Bacot's replacement for the 2024-25 college basketball season. Kentucky transfer Aaron Bradshaw and Stanford transfer Maxime Raynaud are both off the board now with Bradshaw committing to Ohio State and Raynaud deciding to stay put. Other possible names include Oumar Ballo (Arizona), Cliff Omoruyi (Rutgers), Danny Wolf (Yale), and most recently, Tennessee's Jonas Aidoo. Will the Tar Heels be able to ultimately land one?At a different position, UNC is still in hot pursuit of sharpshooter Cade Tyson from Belmont. After a visit to Tennessee last weekend, will Carolina and Hubert Davis be able to make an impression this weekend in Chapel Hill? Locked On Tar Heels Discord: https://discord.gg/DGhGSEPP2d Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…
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It's been about two-and-a-half weeks since North Carolina lost to Alabama in the Sweet 16 to end the 2023-24 season for the Tar Heels. Since then, we've heard nothing in the way of a public announcement of any kind from Harrison Ingram – and the Carolina fan base is getting pretty antsy. No news on coming back to school or entering the draft or anything else. Why might that be? IF Harrison Ingram does decide to leave, the Tar Heels need to have already put some “insurance plans” in place. One intriguing possibility is Kentucky's Adou Thiero. Thiero has entered the 2024 NBA Draft, but has left open the possibility of a return to college, including Kentucky. Why is he a potentially good fit for the Tar Heels? Locked On Tar Heels Discord: https://discord.gg/DGhGSEPP2d Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…
North Carolina is apparently is in different levels of conversation with multiple frontcourt players in the transfer portal. Arizona's Oumar Ballo has scheduled a visit (amongst other schools. Carolina has had multiple conversations with Kentucky transfer Aaron Bradshaw and has reached out to Rutgers transfer Cliff Omoruyi. There are also rumors of Yale transfer Danny Wolf scheduling a visit. Who will the Tar Heels ultimately pursue the hardest? Will they land a commitment? Sharpshooter Cade Tyson has also scheduled a visit to Chapel Hill, which will take place next weekend, following Tyson's visit to Tennessee this weekend. Carolina has also contacted Oregon St. transfer Jordan Pope. Locked On Tar Heels Discord: https://discord.gg/DGhGSEPP2d Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…
Last Friday, James Okonkwo announced plans to enter the transfer portal. On Tuesday, the day after the National Championship, Seth Trimble did the same. As things stand currently, those are the only two Tar Heel defections of any kind (transfer or NBA Draft). Will Coach Hubert Davis see any other players transfer out this offseason? We wait to find out.What holes are still in the roster? The biggest is the one vacated by Armando Bacot at the center position. UNC needs another big to fill out the frontcourt. Additionally, the Heels lost their starting Small Forward, Cormac Ryan. Is his replacement already on the roster, or will Coach Davis go looking to fill that void as well? Locked On Tar Heels Discord: https://discord.gg/DGhGSEPP2d Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…
North Carolina's rising junior guard Seth Trimble announced on Tuesday, April 9 that he is entering the transfer portal. This is sad news for the Tar Heels, but unfortunately not unexpected in this day and age of college athletics. Trimble is the second Tar Heel to go portaling, joining James Okonkwo. Armando Bacot, Cormac Ryan, and Paxson Wojcik were all out of eligibility. Is Trimble's decision an indication of the plans of other backcourt players such as RJ Davis or Elliot Cadeau? How does Trimble's defection affect UNC's depth? The Tar Heels currently have four available scholarships – how will Hubert Davis utilize them? Locked On Tar Heels Discord: https://discord.gg/DGhGSEPP2d Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…
The entirety of UNC is in wait and watch mode for news about ACC Player of the Year RJ Davis. Will he come back to Carolina to utilize his COVID eligibility? One of the factors we've been watching is the status of Deja Kelly, Davis' girlfriend and part of the UNC women's basketball team. Kelly entered the transfer portal on Monday so the question becomes – what, if any, affect will that decision have on Davis' future plans?In a similar vein, with John Calipari leaving Kentucky for Arkansas, what affect, if any, will that decision have on UNC and college basketball as a whole?Arizona's big man Oumar Ballo entered the transfer portal on Monday. Is he a viable candidate to replace Armando Bacot? Locked On Tar Heels Discord: https://discord.gg/DGhGSEPP2d Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…
North Carolina will have to turn over a new leaf next year when a name other than Armando Bacot will announced as the starting center. Does Hubert Davis believe that player is already on the roster in the form of Jalen Washington? Or will the coaching staff scour the transfer portal for some to challenge Washington for the starting job? There are possibilities in the Bacot mold, such as FAU transfer Vlad Goldin or Utah St. transfer Great Osobor. There are also possibilities in more of the shooting mold like Stanford's Maxime Raynaud or Yale's Danny Wolf. Perhaps the best option is someone in between – in the mold of Auburn's Johni Broome (who is not in the portal).Further complicating the Bacot replacement search is the fact that James Okonkwo entered the transfer portal. RJ Davis received some more hardware and two more Tar Heels have been named to the Hall of Fame. Locked On Tar Heels Discord: https://discord.gg/DGhGSEPP2d Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…
Harrison Ingram, after having his best statistical college season while playing for UNC, has a massive decision to make this offseason – Will he strike while the iron is hot and leave for the NBA or will he return to Chapel Hill for the chance at an even better season (individually and collectively)?Another player that could factor into the process (and make UNC even better with a return) is RJ Davis. Davis has appeared in multiple NIL opportunities in recent days; does this signal anything about his decision for next year? We now know that UNC has indeed reached out to Belmont transfer Cade Tyson. Will there be mutual interest? Is Tyson a fit for the Tar Heels? Locked On Tar Heels Discord: https://discord.gg/DGhGSEPP2d Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…
The end of North Carolina's basketball season comes with an opportunity to revisit preseason bold predictions. Some go well, others…not so much. Coach Bill Robinson correctly predicted that RJ Davis would be the ACC Player of the Year. Isaac Schade got it wrong that Harrison Ingram would record the third-ever Tar Heel triple-double. Would Armando Bacot average double-double for the third straight season? Would North Carolina have five players average double figures in scoring – Davis, Bacot, Ingram, Cormac Ryan, and….? How many teams would the ACC place in the 2024 NCAA Tournament? Locked On Tar Heels Discord: https://discord.gg/DGhGSEPP2d Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…
The biggest offseason storyline for the North Carolina Tar Heels men's basketball team will be RJ Davis' decision to return (or not) for his fifth year of college, allowed because of COVID. UNC is guaranteed to lose Armando Bacot, Davis' partner-in-crime. If Davis leaves as well, the Tar Heels will have lost their two lynchpins from this year's roster. Davis' timeline to make his decision will also play a role in UNC's ability to fill out areas of need on their roster. Incoming freshmen Ian Jackson and Drake Powell participated in the 2024 McDonald's All-American game on Tuesday night. Both showed great flashes, but it was Jackson's scoring output that really opened people's eyes. Locked On Tar Heels Discord: https://discord.gg/DGhGSEPP2d Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…
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The current season is over for UNC so it's time to start looking ahead to the shape of next year's roster. Who returns? Who leaves? Only Armando Bacot, Cormac Ryan, and Paxson Wojcik are out of eligibility. Everyone else from the roster is eligible to come back – Elliot Cadeau, RJ Davis, Harrison Ingram, Seth Trimble, Jalen Washington, Zayden High, Jae'lyn Withers, and James Okonkwo. Additionally, the Tar Heels bring in freshmen James Brown, Ian Jackson, and Drake Powell. How will the Tar Heels' roster and lineups look if things stay as they are currently? Also…Isaac Schade discusses why it would be smart for the NCAA to adjust the opening day of the transfer portal. Locked On Tar Heels Discord: https://discord.gg/DGhGSEPP2d Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…
The North Carolina Tar Heels fell to the Alabama Crimson Tide in the Sweet 16 of the 2024 NCAA Tournament. While it's the poor-shooting-second-half that most will remember, it's also important to keep in mind the ridiculous first-half scoring that Carolina had, chiefly compliments of Armando Bacot, Cormac Ryan, and Harrison Ingram. Ian Jackson and Drake Powell, two of UNC's 2024 class; are in Houston training to be part of Tuesday night's McDonald's All-American Locked On Tar Heels Discord: https://discord.gg/DGhGSEPP2d Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…
North Carolina and Alabama met in the West Region for a Sweet 16 matchup in the 2024 NCAA Tournament, with the Crimson Tide winning 89-87. Alabama has a high-powered offense that runs opponents out of the gym. RJ Davis was never able to get things going. Armando Bacot's career ends at the hands of Alabama. Of note, Alabama sharpshooter Latrell Wrightsell was out for the game with a head injury.Locked On Tar Heels Discord: https://discord.gg/DGhGSEPP2d Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…
The North Carolina Tar Heels 2023-24 season came to a screeching half on Thursday night as Hubert Davis' squad fell 89-87 to Nate Oats and Alabama. It was a defeat that feels crushing because this team loved each other and played for each other so well. Armando Bacot and Cormac Ryan and Paxson Wojcik's careers aren't supposed to end that way. Unfortunately one of RJ Davis' worst shooting nights of the season (And his only game without a three) came at a rather undesirable time. The meeting with Caleb Love and Arizona in the Elite 8 was clearly not meant to be as both parties fall short. Locked On Tar Heels Discord: https://discord.gg/DGhGSEPP2d Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…
North Carolina had a successful first weekend of the 2024 NCAA Tournament, defeating both Wagner and Michigan State. Something that became apparent is that teams will continue sagging off Elliot Cadeau. How will the Heels navigate that concern? What takeaways from the first weekend were encouraging and which were concerning? Who will be Thursday's third scorer alongside RJ Davis and Armando Bacot? Harrison Ingram again? The Tar Heels will have to contend with dynamic left-handed guard Mark Sears. Locked On Tar Heels Discord: https://discord.gg/DGhGSEPP2d Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…
North Carolina's offense and defense and Alabama's offense are all rated top-16 at KenPom in adjust efficiency. The outlier? The Crimson Tide defense which ranks outside the top 100. In fact, only seven teams in the nation surrender more points per game than Nate Oats' team. How will RJ Davis, Armando Bacot and company be able to exploit that matchup? On the flip side, Alabama's offense is electric, headlined by Mark Sears. UNC's top-tier defense will need to be on their game. Rebounds and turnovers are critical statistics in this game. Carolina needs to secure every defensive rebound they possibly can. It's can't just be Bacot; Harrison Ingram, Jae'lyn Withers, Jalen Washington and others must all chip in. In transfer portal news, Belmont's Cade Tyson is an intriguing target for the Tar Heels. Could he slide right into the spot vacated by Cormac Ryan? Locked On Tar Heels Discord: https://discord.gg/DGhGSEPP2d Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…
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North Carolina has been struggling with some sluggish starts in the 2023-24 postseason (3 ACC Tournament games, 2 NCAA Tournament games). For example, Carolina was down 12 to Michigan State 11:15 into the game or down 10 to NC State just 4:27 into the game. Is it cause for concern or more just a statistical outlier on a small sample size of games? Regardless of the answer, Carolina need to come out SWINGING against Alabama. They need to be tough, they need to get paint touches for Armando Bacot, get RJ Davis and Elliot Cadeau to the rim, whatever is necessary.UNC is part of a rather chalky Sweet 16. While it's disappointing to have zero Cinderellas this weekend, it does mean that we should have high level basketball. Speaking of the Sweet 16, the ACC makes up one-fourth of it; maybe the conference was all right after all. Locked On Tar Heels Discord: https://discord.gg/DGhGSEPP2d Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…
North Carolina got off to a slow start against Michigan State on Saturday in the NCAA Tournament round of 32. Hubert Davis was displeased with the performance and lack of toughness. After his Tar Heels got down by 12, Elliot Cadeau began a scoring run that Armando Bacot and Harrison Ingram did most of the work for. UNC re-took the lead with RJ Davis scoring in that run. The Tar Heels have done this – TOGETHER. Ingram provided the 3rd scoring punch, while Cadeau didn't have a great scoring game, but did dish out four assists with zero turnovers. Up next for the Tar Heels in the Sweet 16: They'll look to exact some revenge on Alabama for last year's loss in the PK85 Tournament. Locked On Tar Heels Discord: https://discord.gg/DGhGSEPP2d Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…
North Carolina beat Michigan State, 85-69 in a Round of 32 matchup in the 2nd round of the 2024 NCAA Tournament. UNC found themselves down 12 in the first half before mounting a 26-5 run leading to a 9-point halftime lead. The Tar Heels utilized Armando Bacot inside in a multitude of ways. RJ Davis led the way with 20 points, while Harrison Ingram was that key third scorer, knocking down five three-pointers. UNC also got key contributions from multiple bench players including some highlight reel blocks from Seth Trimble and a highlight real dunk from Jalen Washington.Locked On Tar Heels Discord: https://discord.gg/DGhGSEPP2d Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…
Spring practice got underway this week for North Carolina in the first season of the post-Drake Maye, post-Cedric Gray era. We know several key cogs are returning like Kaimon Rucker and Omarion Hampton, but what should we be watching for with new players? What do we learn in Spring? How do upperclassmen approach Spring practice as opposed to early enrollees? How will Coach Mack Brown handle all the newness surrounding the season? Locked On Tar Heels Discord: https://discord.gg/DGhGSEPP2d Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…
North Carolina takes on Michigan St. on Saturday in the 2nd round of the NCAA Tournament. It will be the sixth March Madness meeting between the two schools with the Tar Heels winning each of the previous five. Can Carolina avoid Tom Izzo's March magic? RJ Davis is averaging over 23 points in the postseason with 12 assists and just one turnover. Can he keep it rolling? Will Armando Bacot once again be a force in the paint? Who will be the third scorer, the x-factor for the Tar Heels? Will Jae'lyn Withers keep it rolling in his hometown? Will Harrison Ingram or Cormac Ryan provide offensive punch? Will freshman Elliot Cadeau have settled more into the Tournament.Locked On Tar Heels Discord: https://discord.gg/DGhGSEPP2d Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…
North Carolina is moving on to the second round of the NCAA Tournament thanks to dominant performance over Wagner, 90-62. Carolina had a size advantage and made that the focal point of their offensive attack. Armando Bacot had 20 points and 15 rebounds, as part of a 48-20 points in the paint advantage. Jae'lyn Withers had his best game as a Tar Heel, finishing with 16 points and 10 rebounds, his second Tar Heel double-double. RJ Davis was the third Heel with over 16 points and led the way with 22 (17 in the second half). Carolina had some turnover issues in the first half, but cleaned them up and bombed away from three in the second half. Carolina will play Michigan State in the second round on Saturday, a team they've never lost to in the NCAA Tournament. Join the Locked On Tar Heels March Madness Bracket Pool: https://fantasy.espn.com/tc/sharer?challengeId=240&from=espn&context=GROUP_INVITE&edition=espn-en&groupId=44c2cd8f-d36a-4a95-a432-5727f058f1dcLocked On Tar Heels Discord: https://discord.gg/DGhGSEPP2d Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…
The North Carolina Tar Heels opened up 2024 NCAA Tournament play against Wagner from the NEC with a 92-60 victory. UNC operated through the post with Armando Bacot having a big size advantage and finishing with 20 points, 15 rebounds. RJ Davis once again showed why he was the ACC Player of the Year, scoring 17 second half points, for 22 total. Jae'lyn Withers was a massive spark off the bench, securing his second double-double as a Tar HeelThe Tar Heels advance to play Michigan State on Saturday, time TBD. Locked On Tar Heels Discord: https://discord.gg/DGhGSEPP2d Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…
North Carolina begins NCAA Tournament play against Wagner on Thursday afternoon. How important will the previous March Madness experience for Armando Bacot and RJ Davis be in a potential run for the Tar Heels? What's ONE critical thing Hubert Davis' team needs to do to keep advancing? Will UNC be able to sustain the blue collar mentality for six straight games with players like Cormac Ryan and Harrison Ingram setting the tone? Is Elliot Cadeau ready for the grand stage of March Madness? How can Carolina be RJ Davis-centric without being RJ Davis-reliant? Who are Isaac Schade and Coach Pac Kilby taking with their Final 4 picks? Join the Locked On Tar Heels March Madness Bracket Pool: https://fantasy.espn.com/tc/sharer?challengeId=240&from=espn&context=GROUP_INVITE&edition=espn-en&groupId=44c2cd8f-d36a-4a95-a432-5727f058f1dcLocked On Tar Heels Discord: https://discord.gg/DGhGSEPP2d Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…
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