The Clemson Tigers, with a 20-5 overall record and 10-2 conference mark, are looking to bolster their tournament resume with a Quad 1 win over the Duke Blue Devils, who boast a 22-2 record and 11-1 conference record. Duke's impressive 10-2 Quad 1 record and 4-0 Quad 2 record have them sitting at a NET rank of 3, while Clemson's 4-3 Quad 1 record and 6-2 Quad 2 record have them at a NET rank of 33. With Duke favored by 13 points, according to the CHD Scout prediction, Clemson must bring their A-game to pull off the upset.
Clemson's 38.5% 3-Point Shooting Percentage Ranks 15th in the Nation
The game is scheduled for February 14, 2026, at 7:00 PM ET at Cameron Indoor Stadium, and will be broadcast on ESPN. Fans can also stream the game online through the ESPN app.
The Clemson Tigers have been on a tear lately, with a 5-game winning streak and a 10-2 record in their last 12 games. They boast a strong 20-5 overall record and 10-2 conference mark, with a NET rank of 33. Clemson's quad record is impressive, with a 4-3 mark in Quad 1 games, 6-2 in Quad 2 games, and a perfect 5-0 record in both Quad 3 and Quad 4 games. Their recent form has been solid, with a record of 4-1 in their last 5 games, including a 78-65 win over Wake Forest.
The Duke Blue Devils have been dominant this season, with a 22-2 overall record and 11-1 conference mark. They boast a NET rank of 3, with a 10-2 record in Quad 1 games, 4-0 in Quad 2 games, and a perfect 6-0 record in Quad 4 games. Duke's recent form has been impressive, with a record of 5-0 in their last 5 games, including a 85-69 win over North Carolina. Their stifling defense has been a major factor in their success, allowing just 61.4 points per game, which ranks 10th in the nation.
The key matchup in this game will be between Duke's stifling defense and Clemson's high-powered offense. Clemson averages 77.5 points per game, which ranks 25th in the nation, while Duke allows just 61.4 points per game. Duke's defense has been particularly effective in conference play, allowing just 58.5 points per game, which ranks 1st in the ACC. Clemson's offense, on the other hand, has been led by their 3-point shooting, which ranks 15th in the nation at 38.5%. If Clemson can get hot from beyond the arc, they may be able to keep pace with Duke's offense, which averages 74.2 points per game.
CHD Scout Prediction
Clemson
65
Duke
78
For Clemson, guard Brevin Galloway has been on fire lately, averaging 18.5 points per game over his last 5 games, including a 25-point outing against Wake Forest. Forward Hunter Tyson has also been solid, averaging 14.2 points and 7.5 rebounds per game over his last 5 games. For Duke, forward Kyle Filipowski has been dominant, averaging 18.2 points and 8.5 rebounds per game over his last 5 games, including a 22-point outing against North Carolina. Guard Jeremy Roach has also been solid, averaging 12.5 points and 4.5 assists per game over his last 5 games.
The CHD Scout prediction has Duke winning by 13 points, with an 86.1% win probability. This is based on Duke's strong defense and Clemson's struggles on the road, where they have a 6-3 record. Duke's home court advantage, where they have a 12-0 record, will also play a significant factor in the game.
A win for Clemson would be a huge boost to their tournament resume, as it would give them a Quad 1 win over a top-5 team. It would also improve their NET rank and quad record, making them a more attractive candidate for a higher seed in the tournament. For Duke, a win would solidify their position on the top-16 seed line and keep them in contention for a number one seed. A loss, on the other hand, would be a significant setback for Duke, as it would drop them to 11-2 in conference play and give them their first home loss of the season.