All Tar Heels

Major UNC Basketball Target Locks in Upcoming Official Visit

The UNC basketball coaches have received another encouraging update in the Caleb Wilson sweepstakes.

Matt Giles

Photo credit: Bob Donnan-USA TODAY Sports
In this story:

Last week, the father of Holy Innocents Episcopal (Ga.) junior Caleb Wilson revealed that the 6-foot-10, 205-pound forward would be in attendance for the Feb. 3 UNC basketball home game against archrival Duke. At the time, though, the Wilson camp had yet to determine whether his trip to Chapel Hill would be of the official variety.

On Thursday, Wilson, an explosive five-star talent ranking No. 4 overall and No. 1 among Georgia prospects on the 247Sports 2025 Composite, told On3's Joe Tipton that it'll be an official visit, meaning he'll get the full Carolina blue-carpet treatment.

That's a positive sign for the Tar Heels.

"They're a blueblood," Caleb Wilson, who initially planned to check out UNC in the fall but ended up rescheduling, recently said to On3 about his Tar Heel suitors. "I like seeing what those guys have to offer. I definitely love Carolina. Michael Jordan went there. They have rich basketball culture, which is something I want in a school."

Thus far, Wilson has taken official visits to Auburn, Kentucky, and Stanford.

He hasn't named finalists in his recruitment but plans to do so sometime in the spring. While he also hasn't provided a timeline for his decision, he has noted on several occasions that he's in no rush to pick a winner.

Wilson is one of nine players on the 2025 UNC basketball recruiting wishlist. All nine are five-star preps and remain undecided.

Breakout Recruit Says He Wants to Go to UNC

Stay tuned to All Tar Heels on SI.com for more UNC basketball recruiting news.

Published
Matt Giles
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.

Home/Basketball