The Tar Heels can't take anything for granted in 2026.

Jaydon Young has never lacked energy or confidence. Now the UNC senior is using those qualities to push his teammates, including Jarin Stevenson, as Michael Malone’s first Tar Heel team begins to take shape.

Jaydon Young has already noticed a major difference under Michael Malone. The UNC senior says Malone’s passion, intensity and belief in this Tar Heel team have been apparent from the very first practice.

This veteran guard could struggle to find minutes on a much deeper Tar Heel roster.

Jaydon Young was a valuable bench contributor during his first season at UNC. The lifelong fan will also play his senior season in Chapel Hill.

North Carolina guard Jaydon Young has entered the NCAA transfer portal after just one year with the Tar Heels, On3's Joe Tipton reports.