Charlotte Eyes Wes Miller for Head Coaching Role, per CBS Sports University of North Carolina at Charlotte is reportedly considering Wes Miller as its next head basketball coach, according to CBS Sports reporter Matt Norlander. The potential hire comes as the school initiates a national search following the departure of current head coach Aaron Fearne. Norlander listed Miller among three candidates under evaluation, alongside former NC State coach Kevin Keatts and Duke assistant Emanuel Dildy. The search is expected to conclude by Tuesday, with Norlander suggesting Miller is the frontrunner. Miller, the former head coach of the Cincinnati Bearcats, was dismissed by the university on March 13, less than five years after he took over the position. His firing followed a season marked by challenges, including a 12-20 record in 2025-26. Charlotte’s athletic department has since announced it is seeking a new leader, with Fearne’s decision not to return confirmed on March 17. The school’s search is bolstered by financial support from local billionaire Ric Elias, who has invested in the program’s NIL (name, image, likeness) initiatives, providing resources for player compensation and recruitment. Miller’s coaching career has been deeply rooted in North Carolina. Before joining Cincinnati in 2021, he served as head coach at UNC Greensboro from 2011 to 2021, leading the Spartans to multiple conference tournament appearances. Prior to that, he coached at High Point and Elon, all within the state. A native of Greensboro, Miller also played college basketball for the North Carolina Tar Heels, where he earned All-ACC honors in 2004. The potential hire of Miller would mark a return to the state for the 52-year-old coach, who has spent much of his career in North Carolina.#cbs_sports #wes_miller #unc_greensboro #charlotte #matt_norlander
Charlotte Hires Wes Miller as Men's Basketball Coach Charlotte has officially hired Wes Miller as its new men’s basketball coach, the university announced Monday. According to sources, Miller has agreed to a five-year contract, marking a significant move for the program. The decision comes after Miller was recently dismissed as head coach at Cincinnati, where he led the Bearcats for five seasons. Miller’s coaching career spans 15 years, including stints at Cincinnati and UNC Greensboro. During his tenure at Cincinnati, he guided the team to two NCAA tournament appearances but failed to secure a bid in his final five seasons. Despite winning 20 games in two consecutive seasons (2022-23 and 2023-24), the Bearcats finished each of the past four years on the bubble, with Miller ending the 2024 season with a 9-9 record in Big 12 play. Before joining Cincinnati in 2021, Miller spent 10 seasons at UNC Greensboro, compiling an overall record of 185-135. His final five years at the school were particularly successful, with a 125-43 mark, three Southern Conference regular-season titles, and two NCAA tournament appearances. These achievements solidified his reputation as one of the top mid-major coaches in the country. Athletic director Kevin White praised Miller’s hiring, emphasizing his leadership, basketball acumen, and commitment to building a championship culture at Charlotte. “Throughout this process, what stood out most was his passion, competitive energy, and clear vision for building a championship culture here at Charlotte,” White stated. Miller, who is the son of Kenneth D. Miller—whose name is associated with Wake Forest’s athletic facilities—has deep ties to North Carolina basketball.#cincinnati_bearcats #wes_miller #unc_greensboro #charlotte_university #aaron_fearne
Furman Men's Basketball Advances to SoCon Finals with Dramatic Comeback The Furman Paladins secured their place in the SoCon Tournament finals after a thrilling comeback victory over UNC-Greensboro in the semifinals on Sunday. The underdog team, seeded sixth in the tournament, overcame a 11-point halftime deficit to claim a 81-75 win and set their sights on the championship game. The game turned dramatically in the second half as Furman launched a 13-5 scoring run to close the gap. Freshman guard Alex Wilkins was instrumental in the turnaround, finishing with a game-high 34 points to lead the Paladins. Cooper Bowser contributed 14 points, bolstering Furman's offensive efforts. Despite Greensboro maintaining a lead for 70% of the game, Furman's resilience shone through in the final moments, securing the victory. The Paladins' performance has solidified their status as a dark horse in the SoCon Tournament. Their path to the finals includes a showdown against East Tennessee State, the regular season champions, in the championship game on Monday night in Asheville. ETSU had previously swept two regular season matchups against Furman, adding extra motivation for the Paladins to settle the score. A win in the SoCon Finals would grant Furman an automatic bid to the NCAA Tournament, providing a significant boost to their postseason aspirations. The team's ability to rally under pressure highlights their determination as they aim to make history in the tournament. The victory also underscores the competitive nature of the Southern Conference, where underdog stories often take center stage. Furman's journey from a halftime deficit to a finals berth exemplifies the unpredictability and excitement of college basketball.#unc_greensboro #furman_paladins #alex_wilkins #cooper_bowser #socon_tournament
UNC Greensboro vs Furman Prediction, Odds & Best Bets Today - NCAAB, Mar. 8 The UNC Greensboro Spartans will face the Furman Paladins in a college basketball matchup on March 8 at Harrah’s Cherokee Center, with the game scheduled to tip off at 6:30 pm. The contest will be broadcast on ESPNU, and the betting lines for the game have been set with Furman as the -7.5 point favorite. The total points over/under for the game is 148.5. Furman is positioned as the stronger team in this matchup, with the spread model predicting a 57.8% chance that they will cover the -7.5 point line. The winning team model, based on simulations and recent performance, gives Furman a 67.8% probability of securing the victory. BetMGM is promoting the game as a key betting opportunity, offering odds for both teams and total points. For UNC Greensboro, the best bets include their strong performance against the spread in the first half, where they have covered the +5.75 line in 8 of their last 10 games. They also have a solid track record with the moneyline, hitting it in 7 of their last 10 contests. On the total points side, UNC Greensboro has exceeded the over line in 17 of their last 25 games, with a positive return of +8.20 units. Furman’s betting trends show a similar pattern, with the team hitting the over line in 8 of their last 13 games and covering the first-half spread in 9 of their last 14 contests. Their performance against the moneyline has also been consistent, with a 12-17 record in recent games. The team’s defensive stats highlight their ability to limit opponents, particularly in the paint, where they are shooting 61% from inside the arc, ranking fourth in Division I. UNC Greensboro’s offensive strengths include their three-point shooting, averaging 40% from beyond the arc, which places them fourth in the league.#unc_greensboro #furman #harrahs_cherokee_center #espnu #southern_conference
