The Postgame: Heels Pushed, Beaten Down by Spartans

For decades, kids across the south have dreamed of wearing the Carolina uniform every time they pick up a basketball. Jackson Watkins lived that dream. As a student who made the JV squad in Chapel Hill and eventually walked on to the Varsity roster, Watkins's ride gave him rivalry wins, a Final Four, and other experiences that most couldn't imagine. His journey led to his new book, "Dream On - From Basketball to Biscuits", and he joins Joey Powell to talk about all that led to it. The book is now available for preorder on Shopify: https://dreamonbook.myshopify.com/products/dream-on-paperback The Inside Carolina Podcast network features a wide range of current UNC sports topics, from game previews and instant postgame analysis, to recruiting breakdowns. IC’s stable of writers, insiders and analysts -- plus special guests -- comprise each program. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In a classic Big Ten style, Michigan State pushed around North Carolina physically, winning 74-58 on Thanksgiving Day. Inside Carolina’s Rob Harrington and former Tar Heel Dewey Burke joined Tommy Ashley to break down details surrounding the UNC loss and the issues exposed for Hubert Davis’s team against the Spartans. The Inside Carolina Podcast network features a wide range of current UNC sports topics, from game previews and instant postgame analysis, to recruiting breakdowns. IC’s stable of writers, insiders and analysts -- plus special guests -- comprise each program. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

North Carolina heads to Raleigh looking to reverse the trend of NC State dominance in the rivalry on Saturday night. The Inside Carolina Game Plan crew of Jason Staples, Greg Barnes and Tommy Ashley discuss the importance of this game for Bill Belichick and then break down the matchup and what to expect on both sides of the ball for the Tar Heels. The Inside Carolina Podcast network features a wide range of current UNC sports topics, from game previews and instant postgame analysis, to recruiting breakdowns. IC’s stable of writers, insiders and analysts -- plus special guests -- comprise each program. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

St. Bonaventure had a plan coming into it’s game against North Carolina - be physical and make the Heels work on both ends. Carolina struggled down the stretch of the first half, but a strong second stanza and a career night from Henri Veesaar provided the cushion the Heels needed to keep the Bonnies at arm’s length, winning 85-70. Inside Carolina’s Rob Harrington joins Tommy Ashley to discuss the key’s to UNC’s sixth straight win to open the season. The Inside Carolina Podcast network features a wide range of current UNC sports topics, from game previews and instant postgame analysis, to recruiting breakdowns. IC’s stable of writers, insiders and analysts -- plus special guests -- comprise each program. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Inside Carolina leading basketball analyst Rob Harrington and former Tar Heel Justin Jackson join Tommy Ashley for the latest on UNC hoops. The schedule ramps up this week after a long home stand provided plenty of highlights and teaching moments for Hubert Davis and his team. What areas does Carolina need to improve? How do they match up with St. Bonaventure and Michigan State this week? All this and more, plus Thanksgiving meal favorites! The Inside Carolina Podcast network features a wide range of current UNC sports topics, from game previews and instant postgame analysis, to recruiting breakdowns. IC’s stable of writers, insiders and analysts -- plus special guests -- comprise each program. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

North Carolina hits the road for the Ft. Myers Tipoff this week with tilts against St. Bonaventure and Michigan State. It ends a string of home games that the Heels have won with varying degrees of ease, and presents different types of competition to continue to test the team's mettle. Sean Moran is back this week, joining Sherrell McMillan and Joey Powell for an in-depth conversation about what's on the horizon for UNC hoops. The Inside Carolina Podcast network features a wide range of current UNC sports topics, from game previews and instant postgame analysis, to recruiting breakdowns. IC’s stable of writers, insiders and analysts -- plus special guests -- comprise each program. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

North Carolina played well enough on both sides of the ball on Saturday afternoon, but Duke managed to win in key situations in the fourth quarter in winning the game 32-25. Inside Carolina’s Jason Staples and Buck Sanders join Tommy Ashley to break down UNC’s second straight loss to the Blue Devils and in the process, assuring a losing record in Bill Belichick’s first season in Chapel Hill. The Inside Carolina Podcast network features a wide range of current UNC sports topics, from game previews and instant postgame analysis, to recruiting breakdowns. IC’s stable of writers, insiders and analysts -- plus special guests -- comprise each program. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Greg Barnes and Jason Staples join Tommy Ashley to break down the game plan for North Carolina as the Duke Blue Devils come to Kenan Stadium on Saturday. The Tar Heels are looking for their fifth win of the season with the Victory Bell on the line. Barnes and Staples highlight how the Heels must stop Duke QB Darian Mensah and how Gio Lopez and the Carolina offense can score enough points to keep the game competitive with a chance to win. The Inside Carolina Podcast network features a wide range of current UNC sports topics, from game previews and instant postgame analysis, to recruiting breakdowns. IC’s stable of writers, insiders and analysts -- plus special guests -- comprise each program. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

With two games remaining in the North Carolina 2025 regular season, Inside Carolina’s Don Callahan joins Tommy Ashley for a roster status check. Building off his series of articles, Callahan and Ashley run through the offensive side of the ball, position by position, with a detailed look at players with remaining eligibility, high school commitments at each position and potential needs in the transfer portal. The Inside Carolina Podcast network features a wide range of current UNC sports topics, from game previews and instant postgame analysis, to recruiting breakdowns. IC’s stable of writers, insiders and analysts -- plus special guests -- comprise each program. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

North Carolina leaned on freshman phenom Caleb Wilson on Tuesday night in the Smith Center and the dynamic star did his part, scoring 17 second half points on his way to 23 points and 12 rebounds on the night as the Heels won 73-61. Inside Carolina lead basketball analyst Rob Harrington joined Tommy Ashley to break down Wilson's performance and the overall night for a team still finding its path forward this season. The Inside Carolina Podcast network features a wide range of current UNC sports topics, from game previews and instant postgame analysis, to recruiting breakdowns. IC’s stable of writers, insiders and analysts -- plus special guests -- comprise each program. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.