Matt Able Transfers to UNC | College Basketball News

College Basketball News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 10, 2026 · 1m

Matt Able is rewriting basketball history by transferring from NC State to UNC — the first time since WWII that a player has made this rivalry jump. A four-star recruit who once eyed Miami, Able thrived as a freshman at NC State, flashing scoring and defense, even dropping 19 points against UNC. After a coaching change, he entered the NBA draft and transfer portal — ultimately choosing UNC for an immediate starter role. With elite shooting, defensive grit, and two future matchups against his former teammates, Able brings instant firepower to the Tar Heels. He impressed at the NBA combine but…