Clemson fans were heading for the exits by the game’s final media timeout, with Louisville leading Clemson by 15 points (67-52) at the 3:37 mark of the second half. The Cardinals somehow held on. The Tigers go home with a loss, but not as demoralizing as expected. This is a developing story and will be updated.

Pat Kelsey’s No. 2-seeded Cardinals advanced to Saturday’s title game, where they will face No. 1 Duke, by notching a win over No. 3 Clemson on Friday

Clemson's Chase Hunter on if he was fouled on tying attempt vs Louisville: 'That's not up to me. I tried to make a play, and it didn't go my way.'

Duke freshman Cooper Flagg appeared to injure his left ankle after slipping under the basket and was helped to the locker room by two teammates late in the first half. He did not return.