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New Favorite Emerges to Replace Hubert Davis as UNC Head Coach
Scott Drew of Baylor now second-favorite for the Tar Heels job ahead of the national title game.
Apr. 6, 2026 at 1:35am
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With several top coaching candidates re-signing with their current schools, a new name has emerged as the second-favorite to replace Hubert Davis as the head coach of the University of North Carolina men's basketball team. According to prediction website Kalshi, Baylor's Scott Drew has seen his odds skyrocket to 18% to land the UNC job, slightly ahead of Iowa's Fran McCaffery at 15%. While Drew may not be seen as the flashiest pick, he is a well-respected coach who led Baylor to a national championship just five seasons ago.
Why it matters
UNC is one of the premier college basketball programs in the country, and finding the right head coach to lead the Tar Heels is crucial. With several top candidates taking their names out of the running, the search has narrowed, putting Drew in the spotlight as a potential replacement for the departed Hubert Davis.
The details
After Hubert Davis left UNC, the school was initially linked to a number of high-profile coaches, including Rick Pitino, Tommy Lloyd, and Nate Oats. However, those coaches have all re-signed with their current schools, leaving UNC with a more limited pool of candidates. Scott Drew, who has been the head coach at Baylor for over two decades and led the Bears to a national championship in 2021, has now emerged as the second-favorite to take over the Tar Heels program, according to prediction website Kalshi.
- The national title game between UConn and Michigan is set to take place on Monday, April 7, 2026.
The players
Hubert Davis
The former head coach of the University of North Carolina men's basketball team, who recently departed the program.
Scott Drew
The head coach of the Baylor Bears men's basketball team, who has now emerged as a top candidate to replace Hubert Davis at UNC.
Fran McCaffery
The head coach of the Iowa Hawkeyes men's basketball team, who is also considered a potential candidate for the UNC job.
What’s next
The University of North Carolina is expected to make a decision on its next head coach in the coming weeks, following the conclusion of the NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament.
The takeaway
The search for Hubert Davis' replacement at UNC has narrowed, with Baylor's Scott Drew now emerging as the second-favorite candidate behind Billy Donovan. While Drew may not be the flashiest pick, his experience and success at Baylor make him an intriguing option for the Tar Heels as they look to rebuild their program.
