# Malone Era Begins with Big 2027 Class | Tar Heel Basketball News

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Podcast: [North Carolina Tar Heels Basketball Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/north-carolina-tar-heels-basketball-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7618261)
Published: 2026-07-09T21:09:37+00:00
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## Resource

Michael Malone is officially the new head coach of UNC basketball, tasked with resurrecting the program’s glory. His first roster blends familiar stars like Jarin Stevenson and Isaiah Denis with fresh talent including transfers Terrence Brown and Matt Able, plus top recruits Kevin Thomas and Maximo Adams. But the real buzz? UNC’s already targeting elite 2027 prospects — Beckham Black (No. 2 overall) and Nasir Anderson (No. 6 overall), both elite point guards from Florida, signaling a blueprint for sustained dominance. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/a18d22305315a84e

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