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Clemson Hosts Gamecocks in Storied Basketball Rivalry
17 Dec, 2025
Summary
- Clemson secured coach Brad Brownell's 300th career win recently.
- South Carolina won the previous overtime thriller against Clemson.
- This marks the 175th historic basketball matchup between the rivals.
Clemson and South Carolina are set to reignite their storied basketball rivalry at Littlejohn Coliseum. The Tigers, led by coach Brad Brownell, arrive with an 8-3 record, buoyed by a recent hard-fought win over Mercer that marked Brownell's 300th career victory. Despite a halftime deficit, Clemson's defense and late offense secured the win.
South Carolina, standing at 7-3, comes to Clemson following a victory against The Citadel. The Gamecocks have already demonstrated their ability to win close games, notably their 91-88 overtime triumph over Clemson last season, an outcome that still resonates with both programs.
This 175th installment of the rivalry, with South Carolina holding a 93-81 series advantage, is scheduled for Wednesday at 7 p.m. ET, broadcast nationally on ESPN2. The game holds significant weight, potentially influencing future tournament discussions for both teams.
