UNC vs Winston-Salem State: Time, TV Channel for Exhibition Basketball Game
The North Carolina Tar Heels are set to face the Winston-Salem State Rams in an exhibition basketball game. This matchup will take place on Wednesday, October 29, at 7:30 p.m. ET in the Smith Center, Chapel Hill. The game will be broadcast on the ACC Network Extra.
Game Details
- Date: October 29, 2025
- Time: 7:30 p.m. ET
- Location: Smith Center, Chapel Hill
- Broadcast: ACC Network Extra
The Tar Heels, ranked 25th nationally, are looking to rebound after a close 76-78 loss to 8th-ranked BYU in their last exhibition game. This contest marks an important opportunity for the team as head coach Hubert Davis integrates 11 new players into the lineup.
Roster Overview
Among the Tar Heels’ 2025-26 squad, senior guard Seth Trimble remains a key player. Additionally, several transfers have joined the team:
- Henri Veesaar (Arizona)
- Jarin Stevenson (Alabama)
- Kyan Evans (Colorado State)
- Jonathan Powell (West Virginia)
- Jaydon Young (Virginia Tech)
Caleb Wilson, anticipated to be a top-10 NBA Draft prospect, is also on the roster, along with freshmen guards Derek Dixon and Isaiah Denis. International player Luka Bogavac is cleared by the NCAA but has an uncertain status due to a university issue.
Winston-Salem State Rams Overview
The Rams, under second-year coach Corey Thompson, are a Division II program competing in the CIAA. They have a roster featuring 11 players from North Carolina, including three from Fayetteville:
- Demetri Patterson (Jack Britt High School)
- Masaun Bryant (Cape Fear High School)
- Arrington Kee (Cape Fear/West Forsyth)
Winston-Salem State managed a 5-22 record last season and has been predicted to finish 12th in the CIAA preseason poll. Tyre Boykin, the top returning scorer, averaged 14 points per game.
Previous Encounters
The Tar Heels and the Rams have met twice since 2003, with North Carolina winning both contests convincingly. The scores were:
- 2019: UNC 96, WSSU 61
- 2004: UNC 113, WSSU 53
How to Watch
Fans can catch the exhibition game via the ACC Network Extra through the Watch ESPN app. Local radio coverage will be available on the Tar Heel Sports Radio Network, specifically on 97.9 FM in Chapel Hill, with streaming available online.
As the Tar Heels prepare for the upcoming season, this exhibition game against Winston-Salem State will be crucial for building team chemistry and assessing their new roster.
