Clemson Tigers Face Setback Against Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets in Atlanta

In a recent face-off at Hank McCamish Pavilion, the Clemson Tigers were unable to secure a win against the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets, marking their record at 0-1 for the season. The final score stood at 65-89 in favor of Georgia Tech, showcasing a challenging game for the Tigers.

Key Highlights from Clemson

The game saw some notable performances from Clemson players despite the tough competition. Loyal McQueen led the team with an impressive 18 points, contributing six assists and securing one rebound. Mia Moore also made significant contributions with 15 points, seven rebounds, and three assists. Anya Poole was another key player for Clemson, scoring 11 points and grabbing four rebounds.

Clemson's effort in the third quarter was particularly noteworthy as they scored 26 points, their highest in any quarter during this match. However, challenges such as committing a total of 12 turnovers and drawing only nine fouls limited their ability to maintain momentum throughout the game.

Georgia Tech's Dominant Performance

On the other side of the court, Georgia Tech showcased why they are ranked number 17 this season. Their offense was on full display with an overall shooting percentage of 59 percent from the field and converting half of their three-point attempts. The Yellow Jackets also excelled in distributing the ball effectively as evidenced by their remarkable tally of 28 assists.

Georgia Tech capitalized on turnovers scoring 17 points off them and dominated inside with a total of 42 points in paint compared to Clemson's 38. Their bench depth proved crucial as well contributing an impressive total of 43 bench points throughout the game.

Looking Ahead

The next challenge for Clemson will be against Miami (FL) Hurricanes at Littlejohn Coliseum on January 23rd at7:00 PM EDT. Fans eager to support can catch all live action broadcasted on ACC Network Extra ensuring they don't miss any part of what promises to be an exciting matchup.

As we move forward into this season, it will be interesting to see how Clemson adjusts after this setback and what strategies they will implement to bounce back stronger in upcoming games.

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