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Mingo Joins Brother at Baylor After UNC Exit
28 Apr
Summary
- Dylan Mingo committed to Baylor, joining his brother Kayden.
- UNC parted ways with Mingo due to injury, shooting, and NIL concerns.
- New UNC coach Michael Malone prioritized veteran transfers over Mingo.
Dylan Mingo, once a highly-touted five-star commit for North Carolina, has found a new collegiate home with Baylor. His decision to commit to the Bears comes shortly after his older brother, Kayden Mingo, also pledged to the program. This reunion was a discussed possibility between the siblings.
The departure from North Carolina, however, was unexpected for many observers. Reports from TarHeel247 indicate that new head coach Michael Malone had reservations about Mingo's past injuries, his shooting consistency, and the substantial NIL (Name, Image, and Likeness) compensation expected. These factors, combined with Mingo's performance metrics, led to the surprising decision.
Mingo's senior year was significantly impacted by an ankle injury, and his shooting efficiency has been a concern, with a 23% three-point average in EYBL games and unorthodox mechanics noted by scouts. Concerns about his physical durability, partly attributed to being "bow-legged," also factored into evaluations.
North Carolina's coaching staff also explored acquiring veteran guards from the transfer portal, such as Terrence Brown, and added Matt Able, a shooting guard from NC State. These moves, alongside Mingo's situation, suggest a strategic financial recalibration by Coach Malone.
