REPORT: Expansion Big 12 is After Duke, Gonzaga as ACC Dies, Realignment Turns to Basketball Focus?

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As reported on by Yardbarker.com, Duke finds itself the subject of enticing overtures from another conference. According to Tim Montemayor, a former radio host based in Salt Lake City, the Big 12 is actively pursuing Duke. Montemayor, citing well-informed sources, disclosed the Big 12's aggressive stance in targeting ACC basketball membership, with Duke as their primary objective, intending to pair the university with Gonzaga. In the realm of collegiate basketball, the Big 12 has been fervently attempting to entice Gonzaga from the West Coast Conference into its fold, albeit without success thus far. Montemayor emphasized the Big 12's aspiration to fortify its standing as a preeminent basketball conference by securing both Duke and Gonzaga. Further insight provided by Montemayor suggests that Big 12 commissioner Brett Yormark is actively cultivating relationships in anticipation of potential upheaval within the ACC. Yormark appears to be strategically positioning the Big 12 to capitalize on any forthcoming opportunities, with an eye towards potential free agency post-ACC dissolution. The ACC currently faces legal challenges from Clemson and Florida State regarding exit fees and grant of rights within the conference. The prospect of Clemson and FSU departing for alternative conference affiliations looms large, adding to the uncertainty surrounding the ACC's future. Despite extending lifelines to Stanford and Cal from the Pac-12, the ACC's position, particularly in football, would be significantly weakened in the event of Clemson and FSU's departure. Such instability may present an opportune moment for Yormark and the Big 12 to seize upon. Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LOBig12?sid=YouTube Locked On College Conferences, HBCU, Basketball & More 🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnCollege Follow on Twitter: https://twitter.com/drakectoll Follow the show on Twitter: https://twitter.com/LOBig12