Xavier, Clemson, Georgia among teams for 2025 Charleston Classic

The 2025 Shriners Children's Charleston Classic men's basketball tournament will feature a new format with two separate four-team brackets, reducing the event from three days to two, with games scheduled for November 21 and 23 at TD Arena in Charleston, South Carolina. The Palmetto Bracket comprises Clemson, Georgia, West Virginia, and Xavier, while the Lowcountry Bracket includes Boston College, Davidson, Tulane, and Utah State. Notably, this will be Clemson's fifth appearance in the tournament, having previously secured one championship and two runner-up finishes. Xavier, Georgia, and West Virginia all bring varied histories to the event, with Georgia coming off its most successful season in a decade and Xavier introducing a new head coach and several roster changes. The Charleston Classic benefits Shriners Hospitals for Children, supporting specialized pediatric care regardless of families’ financial situations. Specific matchups, times, and broadcast details will be announced later.