Caleb Wilson says bye to UNC after one year.
North Carolina freshman Caleb Wilson is leaving Chapel Hill.
Wilson announced on X that he's declaring for the 2026 NBA Draft.
"What's up Tar Heel nation. It's Caleb here. This past year has been the most fun year of my life. Although it has been filled with a lot of growth and adversity, I will always cherish this university and the people that make this place what it is.
"I am grateful for the opportunity I had to represent North Carolina. Wearing No. 8, running out of that historic tunnel every day for practice and games and I'm happy to say every day I gave it my all.
"Lastly, I would like to thank my family, coaches, fans and support system, especially my head coach, the Godfather of Chapel Hill Hoots and my academic advisor Jenn, who always checked on me in my toughest times.
"With that being said, I will declare for the 2026 NBA Draft. Go Heels."
Wilson appeared in 24 games for UNC this season. He averaged 19.8 points, 9.4 rebounds and 2.7 assists per contest while shooting 57.8% from the field, 25.9% from beyond the arc and 71.3% from the free-throw line.
Wilson's season was cut short by injury. He broke a bone in his left hand and broke his right thumb in a non-contact drill.
Wilson was named a second-team Associated Press All-American, a distinction that will ensure that he will be included among the honored jerseys in the Smith Center rafters.
Wilson is projected to go fourth in ESPN's latest mock draft.