Brad Brownell’s Clemson Tigers Make History with Record-Breaking ACC Win
The Clemson Tigers continue their dominance in ACC play, securing a historic 83-68 win over Notre Dame to break multiple program records under head coach Brad Brownell.
With the victory, Clemson improves to 15-2 in the ACC, setting a new school record for the most conference wins in a single season. The Tigers also reach 23 regular-season victories, marking the highest total in Brownell’s tenure.
Clemson’s offense was firing on all cylinders, led by Schieffelin’s dominant 24-point performance. Lakhin added 18 points, while Heidbreder and Zackery chipped in 14 and 11, respectively. The Tigers shot 48% from the field and knocked down nine three-pointers, overpowering the Fighting Irish.
This record-breaking performance couldn’t have come at a better time, as Clemson now turns its focus the last three ACC matchups and then the ACC Tournament in Charlotte. With their NCAA Tournament seeding on the rise, Brownell’s squad looks primed to make a deep postseason run.
Brad Brownell was pleased with his team’s performance, highlighting their unselfish play and efficient offense. “Our offense today was really good, and we shared the ball great,” Brownell said after the win. With the victory, Clemson locks up a double bye in the ACC Tournament, a crucial advantage heading into postseason play. Brownell acknowledged the challenge of winning at this level, emphasizing the importance of staying focused. “When it comes to having important games, if we handle business, we’ll have more important games,” he said. With a veteran team that understands the grind of the season, Brownell stressed that the focus remains on Virginia, not what lies ahead. He also expressed appreciation for the praise his team has received from other ACC coaches, crediting his players for their hard work and consistency.
With momentum building, Clemson fans have every reason to believe this could be the year the Tigers finally claim an ACC Tournament title and make history once again.
