6. North Carolina (9-3, 5-3): UNC got a far better draw this year. Feisty App State gets replaced by a lesser in-state foe in Charlotte, which headlines a weak non-conference slate. The Tar Heels dropped some head-scratchers the past couple of seasons. However, expect running back Omarion Hampton and an improved defense to end that trend in 2024. (247 Sports)
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Video: Locked On Tar Heels - UNC Basketball to play 12 non-con games; Omarion Hampton hype
UNC Basketball will play 12 non-conference games, rather than 11, in 2024-25 thanks to an NCAA exception allowing teams to play one extra game against.