The North Carolina Tar Heels are on a mission to rebuild their backcourt this offseason, and a new name has emerged as a potential key piece. According to reports, UNC has made contact with Memphis transfer guard Curtis Givens III, signaling their intent to aggressively address a position of need.

With the departures of Seth Trimble (graduation) and transfers Luka Bogavac, Derek Dixon, and Jonathan Powell, the Tar Heels have significant production to replace in their guard rotation. This has led the coaching staff to cast a wide net in the transfer portal, with Givens now joining a list of targets that includes Terrence Brown and Juke Harris.

A former four-star recruit, Givens brings valuable experience and scoring potential. In his sophomore season at Memphis, the 6-foot-3 guard averaged 9.4 points, 2.3 assists, and 2.1 rebounds per game, showcasing an ability to contribute across the board. His 36.5% shooting from three-point range would be a welcome addition to a team looking to space the floor.

However, Carolina will face stiff competition for his services. Givens has also drawn reported interest from a host of major programs, including Ohio State, NC State, Georgetown, and USC, making this a high-stakes recruitment battle. For a Tar Heels squad aiming to return to the top of the ACC, securing a versatile guard like Givens could be a crucial step in their offseason reload.