Clemson Basketball Faces Duke in ACC Tournament Semifinal

Tigers look to advance to championship game for second straight year

Mar. 13, 2026 at 10:23am

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Clemson basketball has reached the ACC Tournament semifinals for the second consecutive season, setting up a matchup with powerhouse Duke on March 13 in Charlotte, North Carolina. The Tigers (24-9) are coming off a dominant win over UNC in the quarterfinals, their second victory over the Tar Heels in program history.

Why it matters

Clemson's deep tournament run showcases the program's continued growth under head coach Brad Brownell. A win over Duke would propel the Tigers to the ACC championship game and strengthen their case for a high NCAA Tournament seed.

The details

The semifinal game between Clemson and Duke will take place on March 13 at the Spectrum Center in Charlotte. The Tigers are looking to avenge their two regular season losses to the Blue Devils and advance to the ACC Tournament final for the first time since 2018.

  • The ACC Tournament semifinal between Clemson and Duke is scheduled for March 13, 2026.
  • Clemson defeated UNC in the quarterfinals on March 12, 2026.

The players

Clemson Tigers

The Clemson men's basketball team, led by head coach Brad Brownell, is making its second straight appearance in the ACC Tournament semifinals.

Duke Blue Devils

The Duke men's basketball team, a perennial ACC and national powerhouse, will face Clemson in the tournament semifinal.

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What they’re saying

“We're excited for the opportunity to take on Duke again. They're a great team, but we believe we can compete with them and come out on top.”

— Brad Brownell, Head Coach, Clemson Tigers

What’s next

The winner of the Clemson-Duke semifinal will advance to the ACC Tournament championship game on March 14.

The takeaway

Clemson's deep run in the ACC Tournament demonstrates the program's continued growth and ability to compete with the conference's elite teams. A victory over Duke would be a significant milestone for the Tigers and boost their NCAA Tournament seeding.