Lithuanian Sharpshooter Leaps into Tiger Territory
Clemson head coach Brad Brownell snagged Liutauras Lelevicius from TCU just before the transfer portal closed. The 6-foot-7 guard, originally from Kaunas, Lithuania, brings one year of eligibility and a reputation as a reliable marksman—shooting 38 percent from three and hitting 88.7 percent of his free throws last season. A former Oregon State transfer and Euroleague player, Lelevicius averaged eight points and 3.4 rebounds at TCU, with a standout 23-point outburst against Kansas. Clemson hopes his international pedigree and perimeter prowess will cure its shooting woes and bolster a retooled frontcourt heading into 2026–27.
It’s official: Clemson’s offense just imported more talent than a pizza place on carryout night. Move over, secret-sauce shooters—here comes a Lithuanian who probably taught his childhood cat to sink threes. Brad Brownell clearly spent spring break binge-watching world basketball highlights, then decided to raid Europe’s pantry. Expect Tiger fans to start learning “Labas” before “second and long.” And if his only season in college was spent scoring in Lithuania, at least Clemson has one athlete whose passport photos actually match his headshot.
Welling’s ACL Comeback Is Clemson Basketball’s Lifeline
After tearing his ACL in the ACC Tournament, 6-foot-11 senior Carter Welling announced he will return for his final year of eligibility in 2026–27. Welling, who averaged 10.2 points, 5.1 rebounds, and over a block per game before the injury, offers a rare dose of consistency to a roster that lost its top five minutes-earners and saw key transfers exit via the portal. His return could stabilize Brad Brownell’s lineup, giving Clemson a reliable inside presence as it rebuilds around new transfers and incoming talent.
Miracles do happen—and this one involves a knee, Instagram, and Clemson’s desperate need for something that resembles stability. Picture this: a bearded coach weeping tears of joy while loading rehab equipment like it’s Christmas morning. Welling’s “Staying in Tiger Town” post probably crashed Clemson’s Wi-Fi from sheer relief. Meanwhile, fans are resizing their jersey orders and dusting off the phrase “one-and-done” just in case. If ACL recoveries were an Olympic sport, Carter would be draped in gold and Brownell would be claiming he always knew this was part of the master plan.
Clemson Courts a Swiss-Army Weapon in Britt
Four-star multi-positional athlete Lawrence Britt named Clemson among his top six finalists alongside Texas Tech, Ole Miss, Missouri, Florida, and Arkansas. The Louisiana native starred at Lausanne Collegiate, playing quarterback, running back, wide receiver, and defense. He tallied 299 rushing yards, 696 receiving yards, six tackles, and an interception this season, earning Under Armour All-American honors. Missouri leads his recruitment with multiple visits, but Clemson will host him May 29 as the Tigers strengthen their recruiting class.
Behold, the recruiting world’s version of a Swiss Army Knife—Lawrence Britt can literally do it all, except maybe make a decent cup of coffee. Clemson sure loves a gadget player, slotting him in between wideouts and quarterbacks like he’s a human fidget spinner. Meanwhile, the other finalists are probably questioning why they didn’t offer a guy who can fill every position except waterboy. Tiger fans, brace yourselves: when your alumni newsletter arrives, it may actually require instructions to read.
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