# NBA Draft Combine Begins: UNC Holds Its Breath Awaiting Matt Able’s Season-Altering Decision

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Published: 2026-05-11T16:56:46+00:00
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Coming out of Mother's Day weekend, and with the Draft Lottery behind us, the NBA Draft Combine has started and we are officially on Matt Able watch. 16 days from now we will know one way or the other if Matt Able is staying in the NBA Draft or not. His answer will alter Carolina's season. The Diamond Heels were back in ACC action after a weekend off and swept the Pitt Panthers to keep hopes alive of an ACC regular season championship, while cementing hopes of hosting a regional.

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