Harrison Ingram’s NBA Dreams Take Flight

As the NCAA-imposed deadline to withdraw from the NBA Draft came and went, UNC basketball fans held their collective breath. Would Harrison Ingram, the talented forward who led the Tar Heels to the top of the ACC regular season standings, return for his senior campaign? The answer, it seems, is a resounding no.

“I’m all in on the NBA,” Ingram said in a recent interview. “Unless something catastrophic happens, I’m not coming back.”

And with that, Ingram’s pro status went from 99 to 100 percent. The 6-foot-7 Dallas native has been projected to go early in the second round, possibly even sneaking into the first round. His stock has risen significantly since the NBA Draft Combine, where he impressed scouts with his skills.

A UNC basketball star on the rise

In his one year with the Tar Heels, Ingram played in all 37 games, starting every contest. He averaged 12.2 points, 8.8 rebounds, and 1.4 steals, while stretching the floor with a 38.5 shooting percentage from downtown. His versatility and athleticism make him an attractive prospect for NBA teams.

As the draft approaches, Ingram looks like a lock to become the first Tar Heel to be drafted since Day’Ron Sharpe in 2021. Whether he goes late in the first round or early in the second, Ingram’s NBA dreams are finally within reach.

The stage is set for Ingram’s big moment

In a few weeks, Ingram’s name will be called, and he’ll take the first step towards realizing his NBA ambitions. For UNC basketball fans, it’s a bittersweet moment – we’ll miss Ingram’s talent and energy on the court, but we can’t help but feel proud of the young man who’s about to take the league by storm.

A future NBA star is born