North Carolina Lands Top 2026 Point Guard

• "I chose North Carolina for North Carolina itself," Mingo said. "Seeing everything after they won the [Duke] game had a huge impact on my decision. It's so joyful. The players looked so joyful. If you heard Seth Trimble and Caleb Wilson, if you heard them speak after, they talked about how much they loved their community and loved North Carolina. They would do anything for it." 

• “I chose UNC because it felt like a family environment from the players, fans, to the coaches," Mingo continued. "I felt like the UNC history and everyone who played there is huge, knowing their will to win is always at the highest level. I would love to be a part of that."

• “On my visit, I felt how family-oriented everything was,” Mingo said. “The coaches just made me feel welcomed. The team was super nice. I hung out with the team for a bit. They were all connected. I didn’t feel any animosity. And the legacy of North Carolina, that was a dream of mine since I was a kid.”

Mingo felt that the coaches prioritized his well-being by showing hospitality to his family. The five-star guard told Stephen A. Smith that the team reached out to him following the visit, showing how important his potential commitment was to the program.

• “What led to my trust in the coaching staff is them recruiting me for necessity and truly making me feel welcomed on my visit and the amount they reached out after the visit trying to build a connection with me," Mingo said.

What Mingo Brings to the Table

During his announcement, Mingo shared what he will provide for the Tar Heels and how that will be highlighted in Chapel Hill next season.

• “I would describe my game as a versatile and lanky guard who can guard multiple positions and play multiple positions on offense but primary a point guard that can play make and score by getting to spots," Mingo explained.

What This Means for North Carolina

Obviously, this is a major addition for the Tar Heels, as they also landed forward Maximo Adams, who ranks No. 25 in the 2026 class. Next season, head coach Hubert Davis could have a starting lineup consisting of Derek Dixon, Mingo, Adams, Jarin Stevenson, and Henri Veesaar, if he elects to forgo the 2026 NBA Draft.

As for the 55-year-old head coach, this is the second straight year Davis has successfully earned the commitment from a top-10 recruit, Caleb Wilson last offseason, and now Mingo.

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