"Davis' strong reputation at the school as a player, coach and assistant means any potential departure is unlikely to be termed an outright firing, sources told ESPN."
"The Tar Heels, who earned a 6-seed, led the 11-seed Rams by 19 in the second half but collapsed down the stretch en route to an 82-78 overtime defeat."
"North Carolina went 24-9 this season, despite projected top-five pick Caleb Wilson missing the final nine games with two different hand and thumb injuries."
"This is the second straight season UNC failed to get out of the first round of the NCAA tournament, losing to Ole Miss last season in the Round of 64."
North Carolina is in talks with coach Hubert Davis regarding his future after the team's upset loss to VCU in the NCAA tournament. Davis met with his team, but no clarity on his status emerged. His strong reputation suggests any departure may not be labeled a firing. The Tar Heels' emotional fan response followed their second consecutive first-round exit. Despite a 24-9 season, the team struggled after losing key player Caleb Wilson. Davis' tenure has faced scrutiny after consecutive early tournament exits.
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