UNC Hires NBA Coach Malone, Risky Bet for Dynasty

North Carolina Tar Heels Hire Michael Malone: A Bold Power Move The University of North Carolina Tar Heels have made a significant move in their coaching search, hiring Denver Nuggets coach Michael Malone. Despite having no college experience, Malones NBA success, including leading the Nuggets to their first NBA title, has earned him a six-year deal averaging over eight point three million dollars a year. This makes him one of the top five highest-paid coaches in college basketball. The Tar Heels, a blue blood program, have struggled in recent years with only eight NCAA tournament wins over the last five years and one number one seed. Malones contract includes bonuses for ACC coach of the year and a national title, with a buyout starting at eight million next March. This is a risky yet potentially rewarding move for the Tar Heels as they aim to rebuild their dynasty. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/e063b429fc52abf7