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Florida State Seminoles Triumph Over Clemson Tigers with Dominant Second Half Performance

The Florida State Seminoles improved their record to 1-0 after a hard-fought victory against the Clemson Tigers, who now stand at 0-1. The game concluded with a score of 70-65 in favor of the Noles.


Dec 2, 2023; Chapel Hill, North Carolina, USA;  Florida State Seminoles forward Jaylan Gainey (33) shoots in the first half at Dean E. Smith Center. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-USA TODAY Sports

First Half


The first half saw both teams battling for dominance, with the Tigers taking an early lead. The Seminoles struggled initially, trailing behind as Clemson capitalized on their offensive plays. However, Florida State's defense held strong, managing to keep the gap within reach by halftime. Notably, Lajae Jones contributed significantly with his defensive prowess and scoring ability.


Second Half


In the second half, the Noles turned up their intensity on both ends of the court. A pivotal moment came when Robert McCray V led a fast break that shifted momentum in favor of Florida State. Their shooting accuracy improved dramatically; they achieved an impressive 50 percent field goal percentage overall and dominated inside with points in the paint.


Final Moments


As time wound down, it was clear that Florida State's strategic adjustments were paying off. They outscored Clemson in this period and secured crucial rebounds that prevented any comeback attempts from their opponents. The Tribe's bench also played a vital role by adding depth and energy when needed most.


For those interested in detailed statistics from this encounter or seeking insights into what went wrong for Florida State Seminoles during challenging moments of play can refer to our comprehensive analysis under "Florida State Seminoles post-match stats." Additionally, fans can explore more about how each team performed through our "Florida State Seminoles vs Clemson Tigers full match report."


Looking ahead at future engagements: On February 24th at Donald L Tucker Civic Center located within Tallahassee FL USA - catch live coverage via ACC Network TV broadcast as Miami (FL) Hurricanes face off against these resilient Nole warriors once again!


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