3-star CG Ace Buckner commits to Clemson, follows in father's footsteps

Ace Buckner, the son of former star Clemson basketball player Greg Buckner, has committed to play for Brad Brownell and the Tigers.

The 6-foot-1 combo guard out of La Lumiere (Ind.) School went in-depth on his decision with On3.

“Clemson for me has always been a dream,” Ace said to On3. “Being able to follow in my dad’s footsteps, but also paving my own way and making my own name at Clemson is big for me. But I didn’t want to just go here if it wasn’t the best situation for me. The moment I was offered by Coach Brownell and the staff I felt the love and how they treat their guys like family. And after my official visit, I knew that this was a school I could thrive at on and off the court. Very excited to get on campus next year and be a Tiger!”

According to the On3 Industry Rankings, Buckner is ranked as the No. 143 overall prospect in the 2024 cycle. The On3 Industry Ranking is a weighted average that utilizes all four major recruiting media companies.

Ace’s father, Greg, was a four-year starter for the Clemson Tigers from 1994-1998. In 1995, he was named ACC Rookie of the Year and was a two-time Second-team All-ACC Selection. Greg went on to get drafted by the Dallas Mavericks in 1998 as the 53rd overall pick. After a decade in the NBA, he retired and began coaching. He is now the associate head coach for the Cleveland Cavaliers.