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NBA Draft: North Carolina’s Exhibition Brought Stand-Out Performances & Underwhelming Debuts
With exhibition games underway ahead of the 2025 NCAA season, getting fresh looks at draft prospects has really picked up speed. One standout game from this week was between North Carolina and Memphis at the Hoops for the St. Jude Tip-Off Classic. This matchup provided an interesting look at a Tar Heels roster that seems to be full of potential draft prospects, although not all of them started off on the right foot. This article will dive into North Carolina’s first action this year and highlight which players made noise, whether for better or for worse.
Seth Trimble | Guard | 6’3” | 195 lbs | Junior
Seth Trimble looked like the best player on the floor during this exhibition, scoring 33 points on 11-for-17 shooting from the field and 3-for-5 from deep. He was at his best while getting ahead of the defense in transition and finishing these fast breaks with easy looks at the rim. While playing in the half court, Trimble used his handle and quick change of speed to get around defenders and finish with solid touch from the mid-post. As mentioned, he shot the ball well in this game; while his mechanics didn’t necessarily look great, the rotation and arc on the ball appeared consistent. He may take a little more of a backseat once RJ Davis returns, but this showing will make scouts think twice about how much potential he still has.
Elliot Cadeau | Guard | 6’1” | 180 lbs | Sophomore
Elliot Cadeau looked like a top-tier floor general in this exhibition, leading the Tar Heels with 13 assists while adding 11 points. He did a great job of getting his team into early offense by regularly throwing outlet passes that became fast-break opportunities at the rim. Cadeau’s handle also helped him create space and wider passing lanes for cleaner looks. On the defensive end, he was extremely disruptive on his way to a team-leading four steals. He did a great job of pressuring ball handlers, reading passing lanes, and poking the ball free as the help defender. Cadeau is still a young prospect, and if he can carry over this success into regular-season games, he could quickly reestablish himself as a potential NBA-level talent.
Ian Jackson | Guard | 6’4” | 190 lbs | Freshman
Ian Jackson entered the year as a high-end recruit with lottery upside but struggled in his first look at Division I action. His shooting was off as he missed all four of his shot attempts, but his lateral explosiveness and aggression were still on full display. There does not seem to be any need to panic, but his offense may be set up for a slower start than most had assumed. He was more impressive on the defensive side of the ball and created a much greater impact than his two steals would suggest. Regardless of how quickly he figures out his offensive role, his athleticism and defensive instincts should keep him in first-round conversations as the season begins.
Drake Powell | Wing | 6’6” | 195 lbs | Freshman
Drake Powell was considered by many to be one of the most interesting incoming freshmen for this season, but much like Jackson, he got off to a slow start in his debut. He finished the game shooting 1-for-4 from the field but had his high-level activity on full display. As a strong wing with good length and eye-catching athleticism, it seems to be only a matter of time before he figures out how to make his presence felt consistently. While the box score looked a little empty for Powell, the Tar Heels were +14 during his 25 minutes played, which led the team and paints a clearer picture of how he contributes without needing to be a scorer.
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After four years at Duke, Grayson Allen is back in North Carolina, now a member of the Charlotte Hornets.
Former Blue Devil Grayson Allen will play home games in North Carolina for the first time in his professional career after four years at Duke. According to ESPN’s Shams Charania, Allen is on the move to the Charlotte Hornets after three seasons with the Phoenix Suns.
Allen was traded alongside Royce O’Neale and draft capital in return for Miles Bridges and draft picks. Allen was at Duke from 2014 to 2018, earning an NCAA championship and two All-ACC selections.
With Allen now a member of the Hornets, this will create a Duke trio in Charlotte, which includes Allen, Kon Knueppel and Sion James.
The NC Lottery offers several draw games for those aiming to win big.
Here’s a look at Saturday, June 27, 2026 results for each game:
Winning Powerball numbers from June 27 drawing
03-16-28-30-59, Powerball: 11, Power Play: 2
Check Powerball payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning Pick 3 numbers from June 27 drawing
Day: 7-6-8, Fireball: 2
Evening: 3-1-0, Fireball: 4
Check Pick 3 payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning Pick 4 numbers from June 27 drawing
Day: 8-0-2-2, Fireball: 9
Evening: 8-1-5-3, Fireball: 0
Check Pick 4 payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning Cash 5 numbers from June 27 drawing
02-08-10-17-28
Check Cash 5 payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning Double Play numbers from June 27 drawing
01-02-15-25-36
Winning Millionaire for Life numbers from June 27 drawing
26-32-38-51-52, Bonus: 05
Check Millionaire for Life payouts and previous drawings here.
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Are you a winner? Here’s how to claim your lottery prize
All North Carolina Lottery retailers will redeem prizes up to $599.
For prizes over $599, winners can submit winning tickets through the mail or in person at North Carolina Lottery Offices. By mail, send a prize claim form, your signed lottery ticket, copies of a government-issued photo ID and social security card to: North Carolina Education Lottery, P.O. Box 41606, Raleigh, NC 27629. Prize claims less than $600 do not require copies of photo ID or a social security card.
To submit in person, sign the back of your ticket, fill out a prize claim form and deliver the form, along with your signed lottery ticket and government-issued photo ID and social security card to any of these locations:
- Asheville Regional Office & Claim Center: 16-G Regent Park Blvd., Asheville, NC 28806, 877-625-6886 press #1. Hours: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. This office can cash prizes up to $99,999.
- Greensboro Regional Office & Claim Center: 20A Oak Branch Drive, Greensboro, NC 27407, 877-625-6886 press #2. Hours: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. This office can cash prizes up to $99,999.
- Charlotte Regional Office & Claim Center: 5029-A West W. T. Harris Blvd., Charlotte, NC 28269-1861, 877-625-6886 press #3. Hours: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. This office can cash prizes up to $99,999.
- NC Lottery Headquarters: Raleigh Claim Center & Regional Office, 2728 Capital Blvd., Suite 144, Raleigh, NC 27604, 877-625-6886 press #4. Hours: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. This office can cash prizes of any amount.
- Greenville Regional Office & Claim Center: 2790 Dickinson Avenue, Suite A, Greenville, NC 27834, 877-625-6886 press #5. Hours: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. This office can cash prizes up to $99,999.
- Wilmington Regional Office & Claim Center: 123 North Cardinal Drive Extension, Suite 140, Wilmington, NC 28405, 877-625-6886 press #6. Hours: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. This office can cash prizes up to $99,999.
Check previous winning numbers and payouts at https://nclottery.com/.
When are the North Carolina Lottery drawings held?
- Powerball: 10:59 p.m. Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday.
- Mega Millions: 11 p.m. Tuesday and Friday.
- Lucky for Life: 10:38 p.m. daily.
- Pick 3, 4: 3:00 p.m. and 11:22 p.m. daily.
- Cash 5: 11:22 p.m. daily.
- Millionaire for Life: 11:15 p.m. daily.
This results page was generated automatically using information from TinBu and a template written and reviewed by a Carolina Connect editor. You can send feedback using this form.
An AMBER Alert has been issued for a 15-year-old New Bern boy after police say he was abducted at gunpoint from a motel early Saturday morning.
According to the New Bern Police Department, officers responded around 3:15 a.m. to the Palace Motel, located at 1901 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., after receiving a report of a child abduction.
Police said two adults inside the motel room told officers they had been asleep with two boys — 15-year-old Isaiah Kavon Owens and 13-year-old Kenneth Brantley Jr. — when they were awakened by someone banging on the door.
According to investigators, Larry Tompkins opened the door and encountered multiple people, including Kenneth Lee Brantley Sr., the father of Kenneth Brantley Jr.
Police said Brantley pointed a gun at Tompkins before taking both boys from the room and leaving in a black 2012 GMC Yukon Denali XL with South Carolina license plate XFH752.
Authorities said Brantley may be traveling to his residence in Marion, South Carolina. A statewide BOLO (Be On the Lookout) has been issued for the vehicle.
The North Carolina Center for Missing Persons issued an AMBER Alert Friday morning at the request of the New Bern Police Department.
Isaiah is described as a Black male, 5 feet 4 inches tall and weighing approximately 100 pounds. He has black hair and brown eyes and was last seen wearing a white hooded sweatshirt, black pants and red-and-blue sneakers.
Police said Isaiah is autistic and has a speech delay.
Investigators said arrest warrants have been obtained for Brantley charging him with the abduction and endangerment of Isaiah Owens.
The New Bern Police Department said it is working with local, state, out-of-state and federal law enforcement agencies to locate Isaiah and ensure his safe return.
Anyone with information is urged to contact the New Bern Police Department at 252-633-2020, their local law enforcement agency, or call 911 immediately.
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