UNC Lands Key Frontcourt Addition in Arizona Transfer Henri Veesaar
After a determined recruiting effort, North Carolina has landed the big man they were aiming for. On Friday afternoon, former Arizona center Henri Veesaar officially committed to the Tar Heels, providing the team with a much-needed boost in the frontcourt. The 7-foot Estonian brings two years of eligibility with him to Chapel Hill.
Veesaar entered the transfer portal on March 31, and UNC quickly emerged as one of the top programs pursuing him. The Tar Heels made it a priority to host him on campus before the NCAA’s recruiting dead period, highlighting just how serious they were — and Veesaar’s reciprocated interest made for a smooth match.
Over two seasons at Arizona, Veesaar showed consistent improvement. As a sophomore, he came off the bench in most games but made a noticeable impact, averaging 9.4 points, 5.0 rebounds, 1.3 assists, and 1.1 blocks per contest. His ability to stretch the floor — shooting 32.7% from beyond the arc — and effectiveness in pick-and-roll situations make him a versatile and valuable option at the center position.
UNC entered the offseason with a clear need for size and mobility in the paint, and Veesaar checks both boxes. Although several quality bigs were available in the portal, it was evident from the start that he was a top priority for Hubert Davis and his staff.
Veesaar’s addition represents a significant win for the Tar Heels as they work to reshape the roster ahead of the 2025–26 season. While point guard remains an area to address, locking in Veesaar fills a critical hole and helps solidify UNC’s frontcourt rotation moving forward.
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