UNC Basketball Recruiting: Kevin Thomas Joins Tar Heels, Michael Malone

Kevin Thomas Commits to North Carolina

The Tar Heels land a four-star recruit on the same day they host the former SEC commit.

Kevin Thomas Already Has Deep Connections to UNC

Four-star forward Kevin Thomas committed to North Carolina on Wednesday and will arrive in Chapel Hill with several existing ties to the Tar Heels, including connections to Kenny Smith, Malloy Smith and Matt Able.

UNC basketball recruiting: Kevin Thomas joins Tar Heels, Michael Malone

Kevin Thomas Commits to North Carolina: What the 4-Star Forward Means for Michael Malone's Roster

Michael Malone keeps stacking the deck in Chapel Hill. Four-star small forward Kevin Thomas committed to North Carolina on Tuesday, becoming the fourth high school recruit to join Malone’s 2026-27 roster. Thomas, a 6-foot-6 wing out of Monteverde Academy, averaged 15.5 points, 4.2 rebounds, 2.7 assists, and 2.0 steals per game last season. He is …

North Carolina, Michael Malone land 4-star forward in big commitment

Feb 5, 2020; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; Denver Nuggets head coach Michael Malone reacts during the fourth quarter against the Utah Jazz at Vivint Smart Home Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jeffrey Swinger-USA TODAY Sports The new chapter with Michael Malone as the North Carolina men’s basketball head coach is off to a strong start. On Wednesday, Malone landed a commitment from four-star Class of 2026 forward Kevin Thomas, according to Joe Tipton of On3…

Four-star forward Kevin Thomas commits to North Carolina

By JAMES MADDEN North Carolina has landed its fourth commitment in the class of 2026. Just days after visiting Chapel Hill, four-star forward Kevin Thomas has pledged a commitment to the Tar Heels, per reports. A 6-foot-6 senior at Sagemont Prep (FL), Thomas was originally committed to LSU but reopened his recruitment following the firing of former head coach Matt McMahon. One of the top uncommitted players in the class of 2026, Thomas chose Nor…