The Tigers, the No. 26 team in the Top 25 And 1, followed up an upset win over Duke with a victory vs. the Tar Heels on Monday

No. 2 Duke on Saturday night by dismantling the Atlantic Coast Conference’s other traditional power in North Carolina, 85-65.

The Clemson basketball team knocked off ACC foe North Carolina in blowout fashion on Monday night. The Tigers dominated the game from start to finish,

No. 2 Duke on Saturday night by dismantling the Atlantic Coast Conference’s other traditional power in North Carolina, 85-65. “Very proud of this team,” said Viktor Lakhin, the Cincinnati transfer who had 22 points with a season-high four 3-pointers and helped Clemson take control in the opening half by building a 49-33 lead.

Clemson guard Jaeden Zackery (11) looks at North Carolina guard RJ Davis (4) after scoring a basket during first-half action in Clemson, S.C. on Monday, Feb. 10, 2025. Travis Bell Sideline Carolina This was supposed to be a tricky two-game stretch for Clemson.