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Four-Star Wing Kevin Thomas Commits to North Carolina

The four-star wing chose UNC following LSU's coaching change.

Overview

  • Kevin Thomas committed to UNC on Wednesday after an official visit to Chapel Hill earlier the same day.
  • Thomas had signed with LSU but reopened his recruitment after the Tigers changed coaches.
  • The 6-foot-7 Sagemont Prep senior is a top-100 2026 prospect, ranked No. 79 by 247Sports and No. 94 by Rivals.
  • He averaged 15.5 points, 4.2 rebounds, 2.7 assists and 2.0 steals as a senior, won three Florida state titles, and is slated for the U18 USA Basketball training camp next week.
  • He joins Maximo Adams, Sayon Keita and Malloy Smith in UNC’s 2026 class, giving new coach Michael Malone added wing depth as he rebuilds the roster.