Cole Anthony signs with Melbourne United after UNC career

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Last updated Aug 6, 2026

Cole Anthony signs with Melbourne United after UNC career
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Former North Carolina Tar Heel Cole Anthony has signed with Australian club Melbourne United after six seasons in the NBA. Anthony was selected 15th overall in the NBA Draft and was regarded as a top-five player prior to his college experience. His time at UNC was marked by disappointment, earning only a third-team all-ACC selection, although he was expected to excel. The discussion regarding the most disappointing recruit in UNC's history has also emerged, highlighting other athletes like Keeshawn Silver, who transferred after minimal impact at the school.

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  • Cole Anthony signs with Melbourne United after leaving NBA
  • He was a consensus top-five recruit before college
  • Anthony's college career included a third-team all-ACC selection
  • Keeshawn Silver is also mentioned for his disappointing tenure at UNC
  • Discussion centers around expectations vs. performance for UNC recruits
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