UNC basketball isn’t getting Bryson Howard , who committed to Duke on Oct. 21, so what’s next for the Tar Heels ?

Howard , a 6-foot-5 guard and the 12th-ranked player in the Class of 2026 according to 247Sports, picked the Blue Devils over UNC and Kentucky.

The son of Josh Howard, an ACC Player of the Year at Wake Forest and former NBA All-Star, Bryson is a lefty known for his elite shooting stroke and incredible 6-foot-11 wingspan. With Bryson out of the picture for the Tar Heels, UNC is still searching for its first commitment in the 2026 class.

Here’s a breakdown of some of the 2026 players UNC who have shown interest in the Tar Heels and what the roster could look like next season. As of Oct. 21, UNC has extended scholarship offers to 16 players, according to 247Sports.

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