Clemson opens the heart of ACC play with momentum — and history — on its side

Clemson heads to Pittsburgh aiming for a 2–0 ACC start. Can the Tigers keep their long winning streak against the Panthers alive?
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The Clemson Tigers look to move to 2–0 in conference action when they visit the Pittsburgh Panthers at Petersen Events Center.

Clemson enters at 11–3 after a gritty 64–61 road win over Syracuse to open league play. Pittsburgh, meanwhile, is seeking a bounce-back performance following a loss at Miami in its ACC opener.

How to Watch Clemson vs. Pittsburgh

TV Channel: The CW
Livestream: Fubo
Announcers: Tom Werme, Seth Davis

Saturday’s game will air nationally on The CW, with streaming available via Fubo.

Clemson vs. Pittsburgh Start Time

Date: Saturday, Jan. 3
Time: Noon ET
Location: Petersen Events Center (Pittsburgh)

What to Know

Clemson is beginning to build traction under head coach Brad Brownell, opening ACC play with a road win at Syracuse behind balanced scoring and defensive execution. RJ Godfrey led the Tigers with 14 points in that win, while Dillon Hunter added 10.

Godfrey leads Clemson in scoring (11.5 points per game) and rebounding (5.6), anchoring a lineup that has shown improved consistency away from Littlejohn Coliseum.

Pittsburgh enters at 7–7 after dropping a 76–69 decision at Miami despite leading at halftime. Cameron Corhen paced the Panthers with 17 points, with Barry Dunning Jr. and Damarco Minor also scoring in double figures.

Series History

Saturday marks the 17th meeting between the programs. Clemson leads the all-time series 13–3 and has won 13 straight against Pittsburgh, dating back to Jan. 10, 2015.

How to Listen (Radio)

The game can be heard across the Clemson Athletic Network and on the Clemson Tigers app.

Radio Call: Don Munson, Tim Bourret
SiriusXM: Channel 382

What’s at Stake

Clemson enters the day ranked No. 37 in the NET, while Pittsburgh sits outside the top 100. A road win would further solidify the Tigers’ early ACC positioning — and continue a decade-long run of dominance in the series.

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