Michelle Cadeau found herself at the center of UNC basketball controversy after her social media activity ignited fan outrage. The mother of former Tar Heel point guard Elliot Cadeau posted fire emojis on news regarding Ven-Allen Lubin’s expected transfer to rival NC State.
The incident ignited tensions between the Cadeau family and UNC supporters following Elliot Cadeau’s surprising transfer to Michigan. Michelle Cadeau’s cryptic response to her son’s former teammate potentially joining their biggest rival has left fans questioning loyalties and motivations.
Michelle Cadeau’s Comment Creates Outrage
The outrage began when recruitment news was posted on Instagram about Lubin, a North Carolina transfer, receiving a crystal ball prediction to NC State. Michelle commented on the post with fire emojis, catching the attention of college basketball media and UNC fans.
Grant Hughes of 247Sports brought the interaction to wider attention by reposting it on X. His post stated, “Elliot Cadeau’s mom, Michelle, leaves a ‘🔥🔥’ on news that Ven-Allen Lubin received a @247Sports Crystal Ball for NC State. #UNC”
Elliot Cadeau’s mom, Michelle, leaves a “🔥🔥” on news that Ven-Allen Lubin received a @247Sports Crystal Ball for NC State. #UNC pic.twitter.com/Hg5mtu7Qm5
— Grant Hughes (@GrantHughesNC) May 23, 2025
UNC fans interpreted the fire emojis as a celebration of Lubin’s potential move to their arch-rival, NC State. The timing proved particularly sensitive given ongoing transfer portal chaos.
Fan Reactions Highlight Ongoing Tensions
Michelle has been a vocal and visible supporter of her son throughout his basketball career, often defending him on social media. Her activity became particularly scrutinized after Elliot’s unexpected departure from UNC, where he had started every game in 2024 and was expected to take a larger role.
The latest incident reignited these tensions, with UNC fans expressing their frustration through pointed comments on social media platforms.
“She oughta just come out with the details on why she hates UNC and be done with it. Quit the twitter trollin” wrote one frustrated fan.
She oughta just come out with the details on why she hates UNC and be done with it. Quit the twitter trollin.
— LarryMac (@LarryMac214) May 24, 2025
Another added, “UNC Fans tried to defend her to some degree when Elliott was at Carolina. But she is truly insufferable. She’s obnoxious online then complains when people are mean to her.”
“She’s a joke,” stated one user, while another compared her behavior to “Sharon Drew Energy.”
Additional critics voiced their displeasure with comments like, “That woman is insufferable” and “This lady is an absolute clown!”
One fan defended her by saying, “She just happy for one of elliot’s teammates man, don’t try to make this something it’s not. she probably became friends with VAL parents and family and just wants to see him succeed.”
she just happy for one of elliot’s teammates man, don’t try to make this something it’s not. she probably became friends with VAL parents and family and just wants to see him succeed.
— UNC BallKnower (@collegeHoops04) May 24, 2025
One supporter noted, “She shows support to everybody that was on the roster last season.”
The mixed reactions highlighted the divisive nature of Michelle’s social media presence among UNC faithful. The incident represents another chapter in the complicated relationship between Michelle and UNC basketball following her son’s unexpected transfer.
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