Can the Clemson Tigers' Paint Domination and Sharp Shooting Secure Victory at JMA Wireless Dome?

The Clemson Tigers, with a record of 0-0, faced off against the Syracuse Orange, also at 0-0. The contest concluded with a score of 77-68 in favor of the Tigers.

In an impressive display at the JMA Wireless Dome, the Clemson Tigers showcased their offensive efficiency by shooting an outstanding 61 percent from the field and a remarkable 68 percent on two-point attempts. The team's scoring was bolstered by their performance inside, tallying up to 48 points in the paint. Their free throw efforts were solid as well, making nine out of thirteen attempts for a respectable 69 percent completion rate.

The defensive effort from Clemson was equally notable with five blocks and five steals contributing to their overall game control. On top of that defensive prowess, they dominated on rebounds with a total count of forty-one compared to Syracuse's twenty-four. This included thirty-three defensive boards which helped limit second-chance opportunities for Syracuse.

Clemson's ball distribution was effective throughout the game as evidenced by seventeen assists which facilitated scoring opportunities across multiple players. However, ball security was an area that could use improvement as they turned over possession twenty-one times during play.

Syracuse Orange put up a valiant fight despite falling short in several statistical categories. They managed to convert fourteen steals into fifteen points off turnovers and shot seventy-three percent from the free-throw line but struggled from beyond the arc hitting only thirty percent of their three-point shots.

As fans look forward to more action-packed games, they can mark their calendars for when Clemson will host Miami (FL) Hurricanes at Littlejohn Coliseum on February 14th at 7:00 PM Eastern Time. The game will be broadcast nationally on ESPN2 channel two hundred nine for fans who wish to follow along live.