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Clemson Tigers Set to Clash with Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets at Hank McCamish Pavilion

As the Clemson Tigers prepare to face off against the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets on February 22nd, fans are buzzing with anticipation. The Tigers have been showing an impressive form this season, and their recent performances suggest that they will be a formidable opponent for the Yellow Jackets.


Jan 24, 2023; Clemson, South Carolina, USA; Clemson Tigers center PJ Hall (24) passes against Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets forward Jordan Meka (23) during the first half at Littlejohn Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Ken Ruinard-USA TODAY Sports

Looking back at Clemson's game on December 22nd against Queens University Royals, the statistics speak volumes about their capabilities. The Tigers dominated with a staggering 109 points to the Royals' 79, showcasing an offensive masterclass. With a field goal percentage of 63 and a three-point percentage of 53, it was clear that Clemson had found its rhythm in shooting from all areas of the court. Their two-point attempts were particularly lethal, hitting an incredible 67 percent.


The defensive prowess of Clemson cannot be overlooked either; they managed six blocks and six steals while committing fewer personal fouls than their opponents. This balance between offense and defense is what makes them such a tough team to beat.


Jan 24, 2023; Clemson, South Carolina, USA; Clemson freshman guard Dillon Hunter (2) scores near Clemson forward Hunter Tyson (5) during the second half at Littlejohn Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Ken Ruinard-USA TODAY Sports

In another notable performance on December 16th against Memphis Tigers, although it was a tighter affair with only a two-point difference in favor of Memphis (79-77), Clemson still exhibited strong playmaking abilities with twenty assists and maintained solid field goal accuracy at nearly fifty percent.


Even when faced with adversity against TCU Horned Frogs on December 9th in Toronto – where they won by just eight points (74-66) – Clemson showed resilience. They outrebounded TCU by five boards and converted free throws at an impressive rate of seventy-nine percent.


Jan 24, 2023; Clemson, South Carolina, USA; Clemson guard Brevin Galloway (11) steps to the side as Georgia Tech guard Deivon Smith (5) tries to defend him during the second half  at Littlejohn Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Ken Ruinard-USA TODAY Sports

The upcoming game poses new challenges as Georgia Tech plays host at Hank McCamish Pavilion. However, given CLEM's recent form – especially their ability to score efficiently inside paint coupled with robust defense – there is every reason for optimism among Tiger fans.


Georgia Tech will need to be wary of CLEM's high-scoring offense that seems capable of breaking down even the most disciplined defenses. It will take more than home-court advantage for GT to stifle CLEM's momentum if past performances are anything to go by.


As we count down days until tip-off in Atlanta, Tiger supporters should mark their calendars for February 22nd when this exciting matchup unfolds under bright lights at Hank McCamish Pavilion. Fans can catch all action live on ACC Network channel number six hundred twelve starting from midnight Eastern Time zone onwards.

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