Derek Dixon has committed to the University of Arizona after entering the transfer portal. The freshman point guard previously led the North Carolina Tar Heels in assists and averaged 6.5 points per game.
Mar 12, 2026; Charlotte, NC, USA; North Carolina Tar Heels guard Derek Dixon (3) looks to pass as Clemson Tigers guard Jestin Porter (1) defends in the first half at Spectrum Center. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-Imagn Images | Bob Donnan-Imagn Images
UNC will be looking for a new point guard for next season. Derek Dixon, who entered his name into the transfer portal last week, has committed to the University of Arizona and Tommy Lloyd. The freshman averaged 6.5 points per game and led the Tar Heels in assists after he wrestled the starting point guard spot away from Kyan Evans.
Michael Malone will be looking for point guard help in the transfer portal after Dixon’s commitment to Arizona and the news that UNC decided to part ways with incoming freshman Dylan Mingo. Mingo originally committed to Hubert Davis, but was back in Chapel Hill late last week to meet with the new staff. It seems like maybe they were not on the same page.
The Tar Heels have been connected to Utah point guard Terrence Brown. He averaged 19.9 points per game and shot 45% from the field for the Utes last season. Brown visited UNC earlier today. 247 sports ranks him as the eighth best combo guard available in the transfer portal.
Derek Dixon transferred to Arizona after leading the North Carolina Tar Heels in assists and seeking a new opportunity following changes in the UNC basketball program.
During his time at North Carolina, Derek Dixon averaged 6.5 points per game and led the team in assists.
UNC is reportedly interested in Utah point guard Terrence Brown, who averaged 19.9 points per game last season and is ranked as a top combo guard in the transfer portal.
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