North Carolina is making key roster adjustments through the transfer portal, which remains open until April 22. Hubert Davis aims to fill crucial gaps, particularly after losing RJ Davis, the program’s second-leading scorer. The Tar Heels have already bolstered their lineup with a 6’6″ guard from West Virginia who posted 8.3 points per game last season.
As UNC navigates the portal, the focus remains on assembling a competitive squad for the upcoming season while strategically addressing key departures and strengthening the roster through experienced additions.
Players Exiting UNC Basketball
RJ Davis, Jae’Lyn Withers
Both starters in UNC’s March Madness loss to Ole Miss have completed their collegiate eligibility, with no further updates on their status.
Jalen Washington
The 6’10” center is transferring after three seasons with the Tar Heels. Hampered by knee injuries, he missed the first nine games of his freshman year. This season, he averaged 5.7 points and 4.2 rebounds per game.
Elliot Cadeau
After two seasons as UNC’s primary point guard, Cadeau is heading to Michigan. The sophomore started 68 of 74 games, recording 231 assists this season but also leading the ACC with 113 turnovers.
Ian Jackson
Jackson, a former 5-star and McDonald’s All-American from the Bronx, has entered the transfer portal after a strong freshman year at UNC, where he averaged 11.9 points and shot nearly 40% from three. The All-ACC Freshman may now be eyeing a return to his hometown.
Cade Tyson
Cade Tyson entered the transfer portal after a quiet season at UNC. The former Belmont guard played in 31 games but didn’t start, averaging 2.6 points, 1.1 rebounds, and 7.9 minutes per game while shooting 40.3% from the field. Once a top shooting prospect, he’ll look to reset his career
Players Entering UNC Basketball
Jonathan Powell
The 6’6″ wing joins UNC after a strong freshman season at West Virginia. Powell started 23 games for the Mountaineers, averaging 8.3 points and 3.1 rebounds. He proved to be a reliable perimeter threat, hitting 35.2% from beyond the arc. With three years of eligibility remaining, he adds depth to the Tar Heels’ roster.
Kyan Evans
Kyan Evans, a 6’2″ guard from Colorado State, has committed to North Carolina with two years of eligibility remaining. After a breakout sophomore season averaging 10.6 points, 2.9 rebounds, and 3.1 assists while shooting 44.6% from three, the All-Mountain West Honorable Mention adds proven efficiency to the Tar Heels’ backcourt.
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Henri Veesaar
Arizona transfer forward Henri Veesaar has committed to North Carolina. In his sophomore year, Veesaar averaged 9.4 points, 5.0 rebounds, and 1.1 blocks across 37 games, including five starts. The 7-footer made a leap in playing time, logging 20.8 minutes per game and delivering a 22-point, 8-rebound performance vs. Arizona State.
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