Michael Malone Embracing UNC-NC State Basketball Rivalry, Tobacco Road Traditions

UNC Basketball coach Michael Malone was on hand Wednesday in Greensboro for the announcement of UNC’s Dec. 15 non-conference matchup against NC State in the Tobacco Road Classic at First Horizon Coliseum. There, he offered his thoughts on the rivals coming together to ensure the Tar Heels and Wolfpack meet twice in the 2026-27 season.