The North Carolina Tar Heels are already making moves for the 2026-27 college basketball season, and one of their newest additions is turning heads. Matt Able, a transfer guard from NC State who committed to UNC under new head coach Michael Malone, has just received a major career milestone: an invitation to the NBA Scouting Combine.

Scheduled for May 10-17 at Chicago's Wintrust Arena and Marriott Marquis, the combine brings together top prospects to showcase their skills in front of NBA scouts. Able is among 73 players invited—a significant nod that highlights his potential. While he hasn't officially signed with the Tar Heels yet, all signs point to him joining the program, and this combine invite only adds to the excitement surrounding his future.

Notably, former UNC players Henri Veesaar and Caleb Wilson also made the invite list, underscoring the Tar Heels' pipeline of talent. For Able, this isn't just about going pro—it's a golden opportunity to receive valuable feedback on his game and NBA prospects, whether or not he enters the draft this year.

As the Tar Heels continue building their roster for the upcoming season, this news is a promising sign for fans eager to see what Malone's squad will look like on the court. Keep an eye on Able as he takes this next step in his basketball journey.