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Clemson Tigers Set to Face Mississippi State Lady Bulldogs at Leonard E. Merrell Center in Women's Basketball Showdown

As the Clemson Tigers prepare to take on the Mississippi State Lady Bulldogs at the Leonard E. Merrell Center, fans are buzzing with anticipation for what promises to be a riveting Women's Basketball game. The upcoming clash scheduled for November 25th is set against a backdrop of recent performances that suggest an edge for the home team.


Nov 17, 2022; Clemson, South Carolina, USA; Clemson freshman guard Ruby Whitehorn (22) leaps as she is introduced before tipoff with South Carolina Gamecocks at Littlejohn Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Ken Ruinard-USA TODAY Sports

The Tigers have been on an offensive tear, as evidenced by their last game on November 19th against Longwood Lancers where they dominated with a staggering 102 points, showcasing an impressive field goal percentage of 55 and converting 40 percent from beyond the arc. Their scoring was not just prolific but also well-distributed across quarters, and they demonstrated exceptional ball movement with 29 assists.


In contrast, the Lady Bulldogs will enter this matchup needing to tighten their defense if they hope to contain Clemson's high-powered offense. The statistics from past games indicate vulnerabilities that could be exploited by CLEM’s sharpshooters and playmakers.


CLEM has shown remarkable resilience and adaptability this season. Even when faced with adversity in previous matches like their encounter with Mercer Bears on November 12th, where they were tied twice during the game, CLEM managed to pull away decisively in the second half to secure a comfortable win.


It is worth noting that while MSST will undoubtedly bring their own strengths to bear—such as tenacity and hustle—their recent performances suggest potential challenges in keeping pace with CLEM’s scoring efficiency and depth.


The upcoming contest is more than just another game; it's a chance for CLEM fans to witness their team solidify its reputation as one of the formidable forces in women's college basketball this season. With disciplined execution on both ends of the court and leveraging their home-court advantage at Leonard E. Merrell Center, there’s every reason for Tiger supporters to expect another exhilarating victory.


Mark your calendars for November 25th when these two teams face off at Leonard E. Merrell Center in Katy, Texas at midnight Eastern Time (ET). Fans can catch all the action live via ESPN+ online broadcast network – don't miss out!

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