One of three true freshman to join the program this season, Dixon isn't letting his youth hold him back. Our 2025-2026 UNC basketball player previews begin with Derek Dixon, an under-the-radar freshman who just might be the next under the radar star at the guard position. As a senior at Gonzaga College High School, Dixon averaged 14.1 points, 3.1 rebounds and 2.6 assists, made 80 three-pointers and shot 38.5% from three-point range. His list of high school accolades is impressive to say the least. Bold PredictionBy the end of the 2025-2026 season, Derek Dixon will prove that he deserves to be a starter on this team during his sophomore season.