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What jersey number will Caleb Wilson wear for the UNC basketball program?

The five-star talent has a single-digit number that will be featured on his Carolina blue jersey.
ByNick Delahanty|
Mar 31, 2025; Brooklyn, New York, USA; McDonald’s All American West forward Caleb Wilson (8) shoots the ball during the Sprite Jam Fest at Barclay's Center. Mandatory Credit: Pamela Smith-Imagn Images
Mar 31, 2025; Brooklyn, New York, USA; McDonald’s All American West forward Caleb Wilson (8) shoots the ball during the Sprite Jam Fest at Barclay's Center. Mandatory Credit: Pamela Smith-Imagn Images | Pamela Smith-Imagn Images

Now that he's officially on campus, UNC basketball fans are extremely excited to watch Caleb Wilson in action as a Tar Heel this fall.

The five-star freshman is one of the most highly-touted prospect that the Class of 2025 has to offer, as he's expected to make a major impact at the college level right away.

There's no doubt that fans are just waiting to purchase their official Caleb Wilson gear, but one big thing was holding that up:

What number will Wilson be wearing as a Tar Heel?

Well, we finally have the answer!

In a story posted on his Instagram account, Wilson showed off his locker at the Dean Smith Center. The custom name plate at the top, one that features a picture of Wilson and his name, also includes his jersey number...

No. 8.

Wilson will don the No. 8 this season. It's the first time the number has been worn since Paxson Wojcik repped the jersey number during his lone season at North Carolina in 2023-2024.

Now, Wilson will look to make the jersey number his own, as the potential one-and-done looks to put together a strong freshman season for the UNC basketball program.

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