# UNC's Malone Hire: Reviving Elite Status

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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: 2026-05-07T10:14:44+00:00
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North Carolina Tar Heels recent NCAA Tournament exits have led to questions about their elite status, with CBS Sports Jon Rothstein ranking them behind Kansas and Kentucky. However, the teams strong roster and new hire Michael Malone have fans hopeful for a return to national title contender status. Support the show: Get a discount at https://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/56803a897f650ebc

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