Jarin Stevenson, a forward for the North Carolina Tar Heels, has decided to stay with the program under new head coach Michael Malone instead of entering the transfer portal. Stevenson previously played two seasons at Alabama and was a significant contributor last season, averaging 8.1 points and 4.4 rebounds per game.
The North Carolina Tar Heels' continue to get good news on Monday afternoon. After the program landed a commitment from Neoklis Avdalas, they have added a familiar face.
Forward Jarin Stevenson is returning to North Carolina, opting to stay with the program under new head coach Michael Malone rather than enter the transfer portal. The Chapel Hill native played two seasons at Alabama before transferring to North Carolina.
The 6-foot-10 forward was a key piece in North Carolina's rotation a year ago. He appeared in all 33 games, starting 25 of those games. Stevenson averaged 8.1 points and 4.4 rebounds per game.
Per Inside Carolina, Malone made it a priority to retain Stevenson:
Sources have indicated to Inside Carolina that Malone prioritized retaining Stevenson, who was drawing backchannel interest from other P4 schools. Malone and Stevenson met as part of the one-on-one player meetings that took place last week.
With the addition of Stevenson, North Carolina's roster continues to take shape. There will be more movement in terms of additions as the program has their eyes on other transfer targets.
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Jarin Stevenson opted to remain at UNC to continue under new head coach Michael Malone, who prioritized retaining him.
In his last season at UNC, Jarin Stevenson averaged 8.1 points and 4.4 rebounds per game while appearing in all 33 games.
Jarin Stevenson's return is expected to strengthen the Tar Heels' roster, as he was a key player in their rotation last season.
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