New Delhi, Feb. 18 -- Five-star guard Dylan Mingo, one of the top prospects in the Class of 2026, announced his commitment to North Carolina on Tuesday. The 6-foot-5 standout from Long Island Lutheran High School in New York selected the Tar Heels over strong offers from Baylor, Penn State, and Washington. Mingo made the announcement live on ESPN's First Take, marking a major recruiting win for head coach Hubert Davis.

Dylan Mingo ranks as the No. 8 overall prospect in his class, and he has considered a top point guard option. His decision gives UNC back-to-back top-10 recruits after landing forward Caleb Wilson in the previous cycle. This adds significant talent to a 2026 class that already includes No. 25-ranked wing Maximo Adams.

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