UNC basketball coaching search 2026: Candidates, hot board, names to watch from Tar Heels experts
By Daniel Lewis
Published on March 25, 2026.
North Carolina's basketball coach, Hubert Davis, has been dismissed following a disappointing loss to VCU in the first round of the 2026 NCAA Tournament. This comes amidst a flurry of speculation about the top coaching positions in the sport. TarHeel247 has compiled a list of potential candidates, including Iowa State head coach T.J. Otzelberger, who has led the Cyclones to their third Sweet 16 in five years and is considered one of the top defensive coaches in the nation. The team is offering 75% off annual subscriptions, and find out more about the UNC coaching search by signing up for an annual subscription.
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