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Future UNC Basketball Visitor Miikka Muurinen Impresses in Las Vegas

The stock-soaring UNC basketball target put his versatility on full display in powering a big-time win.

Matt Giles

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At LeBron James' Chosen-1's Invitational in Las Vegas on Friday night, prime UNC basketball offer holder Miikka Muurinen showed off his deep arsenal in his Compass Prep (Ariz.) Dragons' 58-54 victory over the fellow powerhouse Brewster Academy (N.H.) Bobcats.

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Muurinen, a 6-foot-10, 185-pound five-star who has skyrocket over 60 spots to No. 5 overall on the 247Sports 2026 Composite since landing on the Tar Heels' wishlist back in late July, tallied 14 points against the Bobcats while shooting 6-for-12 from the field and 2-for-5 beyond the arc. He added three rebounds, two assists, one block, one steal, and only one turnover across 24 minutes on the floor.

The coveted stretch-four sensation from Finland hasn't ruled out the option of reclassifying to 2025. He turns 18 in less than three months.

And last week, Miikka Muurinen informed League Ready that he intends to be in Chapel Hill to visit with Hubert Davis and his UNC basketball staff at some point this season.

However, he also plans to check out Duke and Kentucky. Plus, it's worth noting that Muurinen visited Arkansas, Michigan, and Utah in September.

Meanwhile, the Tar Heels have offers out to a handful of other 2026 recruits. As for the 2025 cycle, Davis and his cohorts are looking to add to their two-deep haul.

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Stay tuned to North Carolina Tar Heels On SI for more UNC basketball recruiting news.

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MATT GILES

Matt Giles is the editor and publisher of North Carolina Tar Heels on SI, Duke Blue Devils on SI, and NC State Wolfpack on SI, making him a key source for comprehensive coverage of these storied college basketball programs. Since joining UNC on SI in 2023, Matt has been dedicated to providing in-depth analysis, breaking news, and exclusive content on all three teams. He covers everything from game previews and recaps to player profiles and recruiting updates. Matt's expert knowledge of these teams has made his work a go-to resource for fans and followers of Duke, NC State, and UNC. As publisher, he shapes the editorial direction, ensuring that the most relevant and timely information reaches his audience.

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