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Freshman Phenom Caleb Wilson Earns Naismith Preseason Honors
3 Nov
Summary
- Tar Heels open 2025-26 season ranked No. 25
- Freshman Caleb Wilson named to Naismith Trophy Preseason Watch List
- Wilson led Tar Heels in preseason win over Winston-Salem State
As of November 4th, 2025, the North Carolina Tar Heels are preparing to tip off their 2025-26 college basketball season. The ACC squad, ranked No. 25 in the preseason AP Top 25 poll, will host the Central Arkansas Bears on Monday night.
The Tar Heels' roster features a small group of returning veterans, led by fourth-year guard Seth Trimble. However, the program's most exciting addition this year is five-star freshman Caleb Wilson. The 6-foot-10 forward from Atlanta was the No. 3 ranked power forward in the 2025-26 recruiting class and chose North Carolina over offers from several top programs.
Wilson's impressive talent has already earned him national recognition, as he was named one of 50 players on the Naismith Trophy Preseason Watch List. He led the way for the Tar Heels in their 95-53 preseason victory over Winston-Salem State, scoring a game-high 23 points on 9-13 shooting.
After Monday's season opener, North Carolina will turn its attention to a highly-anticipated matchup against the No. 19 Kansas Jayhawks on Friday. The Tar Heels are poised for an exciting 2025-26 campaign, with their talented freshman leading the charge.
