Fens Off, Tar Heels in Trouble | Tar Heel Basketball News

North Carolina’s frontcourt just got a major blow: Cameron Fens, their prized 7-footer from South Dakota, is now ineligible for the season after a Tennessee court ruling overturned an injunction that would’ve allowed him to return for a fifth year. Expected to anchor the paint with his double-double numbers and defensive presence, Fens’ absence leaves UNC scrambling — especially since their backup options like raw international prospect Sayon Keita aren’t ready to step in. With Duke’s stacked frontcourt now looking even more dominant, the Tar Heels face a daunting challenge in the paint — and the legal wrangling over player eligibility only adds to the uncertainty. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/4e514fac91a23a11