Michael Malone and North Carolina are getting in early on one of the state’s most intriguing young prospects, 2029 forward Grant Duggins.
The Tar Heels recently brought Duggins in for an official visit, a clear sign they’re not waiting around to make their case. No offer has been sent out yet, but with a player this highly regarded, that could change soon.
Duggins, a Greensboro native, has already built a strong early résumé. He’s picked up offers from Florida State, Iowa, Kansas, NC State, and South Carolina, among others, and he’s currently rated No. 8 in the 2029 class and No. 1 in North Carolina.
His rise started at Greensboro Day High School, where he helped the team go 36-2 and win a state title as a freshman. Then he backed it up with a big summer for Team CP3 on the 15U circuit, putting up 17.2 points, 9.4 rebounds, and 1.7 blocks per game while shooting 61.9 percent. That performance drew plenty of eyes, including UNC’s, as schools tracked him throughout the summer.
At 6-foot-10, Duggins has also earned strong praise for the skill set he already brings. Travis Branham of 247Sports described him this way:
"Duggins has great feet and feel on the block with counter moves, he can put the ball on the deck and score off the dribble, he can fly off screens and hit shots from three, he's a good passer, he blocks shots and rebounds at a high level."
For UNC, the appeal is obvious. Duggins is a homegrown talent with national attention, and the Tar Heels are working to establish themselves early in his recruitment. He’s not just another name on a board - he’s a player whose stock is still climbing, and North Carolina is making sure it’s in the conversation from the start.
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