This offseason has been a challenging experience for the North Carolina Tar Heels' basketball program. That is especially true of head coach Michael Malone , who took over just a month ago. While other coaches around the country were finalizing their portal targets, Malone was assembling a coaching staff. Apr 6, 2025; Denver, Colorado, USA; Denver Nuggets head coach Michael Malone during the second quarter against the Indiana Pacers at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images | Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images That being said, the 54-year-old head coach has built a roster in his image, and it has been apparent in the players the Tar Heels have pursued in the transfer portal. Troy Renck, who covered Malone when he coached the Denver Nuggets, explained the veteran coach's history of building rosters mimics this group.…