Frank McGuire, Dean Smith, Bill Guthridge, Matt Doherty, Roy Williams, Hubert Davis. That’s the list of UNC basketball coaches over the last 70-plus years. Six coaches, six NCAA championships. All in the “Carolina Family.” Following the departure of Davis after five seasons, the Tar Heels are looking beyond the family tree for their next coach. The 2026 NCAA Tournament comes to a close at the Final Four on Monday, April 6. The transfer portal opens the following day. Here’s a breakdown of five candidates, pros of cons of each option, and a final verdict on who would be the best fit for the Tar Heels. Tommy Lloyd, Arizona Wildcats coach Pros: As a 22-season assistant coach under Mark Few at...
