Kyan Evans Commits to UNC Basketball
UNC Basketball has added firepower to its backcourt as Colorado State transfer guard Kyan Evans committed to the Tar Heels on Wednesday. Evans brings incredible shooting acumen to Chapel Hill. Inside Carolina’s Sherrell McMillan, Sean Moran, and Joey Powell project how Evans will impact Carolina.
iturn0image1Kyan Evans, a standout guard from Colorado State University, has committed to the University of North Carolina (UNC) for the 2025–26 college basketball season. The 6-foot-2 point guard’s decision to transfer comes after a notable two-year stint with the Colorado State Rams, where he emerged as a key player
From Colorado State to Carolina
During his sophomore season at Colorado State, Evans started all 36 games, averaging 10.6 points, 3.1 assists, and 2.9 rebounds per game. He was instrumental in the Rams’ NCAA Tournament run, including a standout performance where he scored a career-high 23 points against Memphis in the first round. Evans also earned All-Mountain West Conference honorable mention honors for his contributions
The departure of Colorado State head coach Niko Medved to Minnesota led to speculation about Evans’ future with the program. However, he chose to transfer to UNC, reportedly due in part to a Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) offer exceeding $2 million
A Valuable Addition to UNC
Evans’ exceptional three-point shooting—he connected on 44.6% of his attempts last season—adds a significant scoring threat to the Tar Heels’ backcourt. His versatility and experience are expected to fill the void left by All-American guard RJ Davis, who has exhausted his college eligibility. Evans’ ability to contribute both as a scorer and playmaker makes him a valuable asset to UNC’s lineup.
Looking Ahead
With his transfer to North Carolina, Kyan Evans is poised to make an immediate impact in the Atlantic Coast Conference. His skills and experience will be crucial as the Tar Heels aim to contend for a national championship in the upcoming season.
