Clemson Tigers Dominate at Littlejohn Coliseum Against Loyola Maryland Greyhounds
In a display of basketball dominance, the Clemson Tigers outperformed the Loyola Maryland Greyhounds with a final score of 72-41. The home team's record now stands at an impressive 1-0, while the visiting Greyhounds fell to 0-1.
The Tigers' performance at Littlejohn Coliseum was marked by efficient shooting and strong defense. They shot an impressive 48 percent from the field and an even more remarkable 83 percent from the free-throw line. Their two-point shooting was particularly effective, with a conversion rate of over half their attempts.
Defensively, Clemson proved to be a formidable force as well, recording four blocks and nine steals throughout the game. This defensive pressure contributed to forcing 18 turnovers from the Greyhounds, which translated into 16 points off turnovers for the Tigers.
On offense, Clemson's teamwork shone through with a total of 16 assists—demonstrating their ability to share the ball effectively. The team also capitalized on second-chance opportunities by scoring six second-chance points.
The Greyhounds struggled against this robust defense put up by Clemson. They managed only a field goal percentage just shy of 29 percent and were limited to making only six out of their twenty-four three-point attempts—a mere conversion rate of about one in four shots taken from beyond the arc.
Despite these challenges, Loyola Maryland did manage nine fast break points and matched Clemson's nine steals during playtime. However, they were less successful in converting opportunities into points within paint compared to their opponents who scored double that amount in this area.
As for rebounds, it was another area where Clemson excelled; they outrebounded Loyola Maryland by fourteen rebounds overall—showing superior control under both baskets with thirty-one defensive rebounds alone.
Looking ahead for fans eager to support their team again: The next game for Clemson will see them hosting Iowa Hawkeyes at Raider Arena in Niceville on November 26th. This upcoming match is scheduled for broadcast on CBS Sports Network channel two hundred twenty-one—an opportunity not to be missed by supporters looking forward to watching more action-packed basketball featuring their beloved Tigers.