TarHeel247 - A UNC Basketball podcast with John Henson

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 an...

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 H...

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...

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’ inco...

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...

247Sports director of scouting Adam Finkelstein joins UNC legend John Henson for a full, in-depth scouting report on five-star center commitment Sayon Keita. The two break down just how elite an NBA talent Keita is and what kind of immediate impact he could have on UNC’s roster next season. Finkelstein and Henson also share the latest scoops on the Tar Heels’ other international frontcourt targets...

TarHeel247 insider Andrew Jones joins UNC great John Henson to break down a busy Tuesday for the Tar Heels in the transfer portal, scouting the additions of Matt Able, Terrence Brown, and Maxim Logue. The two also provide the latest on Henri Veesaar’s status for next season and how Michael Malone’s first roster is shaping up overall.

247Sports national basketball analyst Travis Branham joins UNC legend John Henson to break down the first transfer portal addition of the Michael Malone era: former Virginia Tech star Neoklis Avdalas. The two also discuss the latest on the Tar Heels’ other transfer portal targets, including Wake Forest’s Juke Harris, and how Malone’s inaugural staff in Chapel Hill is shaping up after hiring Kim En...

UNC great and NBA Champion Scott Williams joins John Henson to break down the Tar Heels’ hiring of Michael Malone as head coach. The duo shares the latest insights on Malone’s staff hires and potential transfer portal targets. Williams, a longtime friend and former Chicago Bulls teammate of Michael Jordan, discusses His Airness' current involvement with UNC Basketball.

CBS Sports college basketball analyst Isaac Trotter joins UNC basketball legend John Henson to discuss the Tar Heels hiring former NBA coach Michael Malone as the next head coach. The two discuss his transition to college, roster construction via the transfer portal, and what led to hiring the 2022 NBA Finals champion as their next head coach over other candidates.

Arizona insider and Wildcat Authority publisher Jason Scheer joins UNC legend John Henson to drop the latest scoop on the flirtations between Tommy Lloyd and the Tar Heels. Scheer also goes in-depth on the reported tensions between Lloyd and Arizona athletic director Desireé Reed-Francois, extension talks, and the allure of coaching a blue-blood program.

UNC legend John Henson shares the latest insights on the Tar Heels' coaching search alongside former teammate and college roommate Justin Watts. The former Tar Heels also discuss how ex-players feel about UNC going outside the Carolina Family, and which alums should receive a call during the coaching search. Stick around for a few fun rivalry jabs after Duke’s historic implosion against UConn in t...

Tar Heel legend John Henson shares the latest updates on the UNC coaching search, including scoops on Tommy Lloyd, Dusty May, Billy Donovan, and Nate Oats. Henson also shares intel on the next steps for current staff members General Manager Jim Tanner and Director of Operations Eric Hoots.

CBS Sports college basketball analyst Isaac Trotter joins UNC legend John Henson to discuss the latest developments in the Tar Heels' coaching search, including updates on Tommy Lloyd, Dusty May, Billy Donovan, and TJ Otzelberger. The duo also breaks down which candidates would be the best fit at UNC and what the Tar Heels can prove about their status as one of college basketball’s premier brands...

UNC legend John Henson reacts to the news of Hubert Davis being let go as the Tar Heels' head coach and shares how the Carolina Family is feeling after the move. TarHeel247 lead insider Andrew Jones joins to provide insight on why and how Davis was dismissed, and who the Tar Heels might be targeting as their next head coach.

No. 6 seed UNC faces an upset-minded VCU in the first round of the NCAA Tournament on Thursday. TarHeel247 beat writer Noah Weiskopf joins Tar Heel legend John Henson to deliver the latest scoop from Greenville, South Carolina — including the locker-room vibes as the Tar Heels enter March Madness. The two also break down the matchup against the Rams and tackle the question of whether program stand...

March Madness is HERE! Join Gary Parrish and Matt Norlander as they pick the winner for EVERY game of the 2026 NCAA Tournament. They will take you from Dayton all the way to Indianapolis. Who do the guys have winning it all? Tune in to find out! (0:00) Intro + Norlander is doin’ more stuff with brackets (1:00) This is the bracket preview … it’s different from yesterday (7:00) East Region Picks &am...

Follow Inside College Basketball Now on  Apple  or  Spotify Jon Rothstein breaks down his bracket.

CBS Sports’ Ross Martin joins Tar Heel legend John Henson to break down what the win over Clemson means as UNC gears up for Duke on Saturday. The two offer predictions for the showdown in Cameron Indoor — including the impact of Caleb Wilson’s injury — and discuss whether Seth Trimble will go down as the last four-year player in UNC history.

CBS Sports college basketball analyst and bracketologist David Cobb joins UNC legend John Henson for a full Tar Heels NCAA Tournament breakdown — including a deep dive into advanced metrics, the schedule ahead, and predictions for Selection Sunday.

UNC Basketball legends John Henson and Shammond Williams break down the rare loss at NC State and how the Tar Heels can stay afloat amid the absences of Caleb Wilson and Henri Veesaar. The two also addressed UNC’s backcourt struggles, the challenge of building “toughness” in the NIL era, and shared several must-hear stories from their days together on the UNC practice courts.

New 247Sports Director of CBB Content Kyle Tucker joins host John Henson to break down the Tar Heels’ signature win over Duke, the court-storming fallout, and the latest NCAA Tournament seeding. The two also discussed UNC’s tough road matchup at Miami on Tuesday night and what the Tar Heels need to do to secure a win in Coral Gables.

TarHeel247 insider Andrew Jones joins host John Henson to break down UNC's epic comeback win at Virginia, preview the road trip to Georgia Tech + tough slate ahead, and deliver the latest on the Smith Center renovation/relocation debate.

Tar Heel legend Danny Green joins host John Henson to break down UNC's back-to-back road losses to Stanford and Cal, discuss Hubert Davis’ challenges, and preview the must-win matchup against Notre Dame .

In this episode, John Henson is joined by CBS Sports College Basketball Writer Isaac Trotter as they recap the Wake Forest game and preview upcoming matchups against Stanford and Cal.