UNC 2026-27 Starting 5 Predictions + Intel on New Bigs & Breakout Freshmen - A UNC Basketball Podcast: Ep. 44

BIG Practice Scoop & Standouts w/ '09 Champ Mike Copeland + Franklin St. Changes - A UNC Basketball Podcast: Ep. 47

2009 National Champion Mike Copeland joins UNC legend John Henson to discuss the Tar Heels’ first offseason under Michael Malone. Copeland attended UNC’s summer camps this offseason and shared how the program’s practicing, conditioning, and nutrition have evolved under Malone, along with which newcomers stood out during scrimmages. The two wrapped up with stories from the Franklin Street of old and how Chapel Hill has changed as a college town over the years.

UNC Newcomers SHINE at BBall Camp + Transfer Portal Guard Eyeing Heels? - A UNC Basketball Podcast: Ep. 46

TarHeel247 insider Andrew Jones joins UNC legend John Henson to break down the intel from the Tar Heels’ summer basketball camp sessions — including which alumni returned, how the newcomers performed in scrimmages, and how the overall vibe around the program has shifted since Michael Malone took over. They also shared the latest on UNC’s roster build and a potential transfer portal guard the Tar Heels could add to the backcourt this summer.

Euro Scout Dissects UNC's International Haul + Michael Malone's Respect Overseas - A UNC Basketball Podcast: Ep. 45

Distinguished international scout Ersin Demir joined UNC legend John Henson from the Netherlands to break down the Tar Heels’ international haul of Alexandros Samodurov, Sayon Keita, and Neoklis Avdalas. Demir, who has watched all three players for years overseas, shares his thoughts on Keita and Samo as potential Day 1 starters in the frontcourt and why Avdalas is poised for a breakout year under Michael Malone.

UNC 2026-27 Starting 5 Predictions + Intel on New Bigs & Breakout Freshmen - A UNC Basketball Podcast: Ep. 44

TarHeel247 insider Noah Weiskopf joins UNC legend John Henson to predict the Tar Heels’ starting five for the 2026-27 season after a busy offseason in the transfer portal, highlighted by the addition of Greek big man Alexandros Samodurov. The duo also breaks down UNC’s backcourt and frontcourt rotations, while sharing behind-the-scenes intel on why excitement is building around the Tar Heels’ incoming freshman class.

Henson Fan Mailbag + Thomas Full Commit Breakdown - A UNC Basketball Podcast: Ep. 43

UNC legend John Henson shares his insights on new four-star commitment Kevin Thomas and former Tar Heels Brandon Robinson and Deon Thompson joining Michael Malone’s staff in support roles. Henson also answers five fan mailbag questions, including his best Roy Williams story, what his NIL deal would look like if he played today, and his expectations for Sayon Keita and the 2026-27 frontcourt, among other topics.