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Clemson Edges North Carolina, Advances to Face Duke

3/14/2026

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Clemson University defeated North Carolina 80-79 in ACC quarterfinals on March 12, 2026.
The Tigers built an 18-point lead before the Tar Heels trimmed the margin to one.
Henri Veesaar led North Carolina with 28 points and 17 rebounds, but had six turnovers.
Clemson's Nick Davidson scored 14 points and executed a missed free throw to deny North Carolina a final shot, advancing Clemson to face Duke in the semifinals.

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Story summary

Clemson University defeated North Carolina 80-79 in ACC quarterfinals on March 12, 2026.
The Tigers built an 18-point lead before the Tar Heels trimmed the margin to one.
Henri Veesaar led North Carolina with 28 points and 17 rebounds, but had six turnovers.
Clemson's Nick Davidson scored 14 points and executed a missed free throw to deny North Carolina a final shot, advancing Clemson to face Duke in the semifinals.