Overview
- Mingo, a 6-foot-5 consensus five-star from Long Island Lutheran, announced his decision on First Take over Baylor, Penn State and Washington.
- He is ranked a top-10 national prospect across major services and features a reported 6-foot-10 wingspan with two-way upside at guard.
- Though he missed most of his senior season with injury, he averaged 19.3 points, 7.8 rebounds, 2.6 assists and 2.3 steals on the EYBL and earned NBPA Top-100 Camp MVP.
- Mingo cited UNC’s family environment and trust in the staff as key factors, pointing to the program’s guard-friendly culture and pride he saw from current players.
- His commitment makes him UNC’s second 2026 recruit alongside forward Maximo Adams and extends the Tar Heels’ run of landing a top-15 signee in four straight classes.