The UNC men’s basketball team, off to a 2-0 start in Michael Malone’s first season as head coach, welcomes a fellow undefeated in Wyoming to Chapel Hill for a Tuesday night battle.
North Carolina barely survived Western Carolina in its season-opener on November 2, but looked plenty more like the team fans expect in a 39-point blowout of Wofford on Friday. The Tar Heels continued their balanced scoring attack Malone previously praised, with five players reaching double-figures, while defense took a major step up.
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Wyoming has a pair of dominant wins to start 2026, beating Regis University and Idaho State by a combined 78 points. The Cowboys shoot well from deep, highlighted by four regulars averaging 50 percent, with a good mix of scoring from their frontcourt and backcourt.
Led by 7’1″ freshman Sayon Keita, UNC has a sizable height advantage it can use to bully Wyoming. 6’10” Jarin Stevenson is a matchup nightmare for any opponent, but North Carolina needs additional post help to unlock its full potential.
The Tar Heels won their lone previous matchup against the Cowboys, 90-74, in a March 2003 NIT matchup from Chapel Hill. Who’ll win tonight’s battle of undefeateds?
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UNC vs. Wyoming game preview, info, prediction and more
Nov 2, 2026; Chapel Hill, North Carolina, USA; North Carolina Tar Heels guard Matt Able (3) reacts after scoring against the Western Carolina Catamounts during the first half at Smith Center. Mandatory Credit: Zachary Taft-Imagn Images
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UNC vs. Wyoming game preview, info, prediction and more
Nov 2, 2026; Chapel Hill, North Carolina, USA; North Carolina Tar Heels guard Matt Able (3) reacts after scoring against the Western Carolina Catamounts during the first half at Smith Center. Mandatory Credit: Zachary Taft-Imagn Images
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Photos from UNC basketball’s season opening win over Western Carolina
Nov 2, 2026; Chapel Hill, North Carolina, USA; North…
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