Syracuse Orange Clinches Victory Over Clemson Tigers in a Nail-Biting Finish
The Syracuse Orange and the Clemson Tigers faced off in a conference game that ended with the home team, Syracuse, narrowly edging out their opponents with an 83-82 scoreline. The Orange's season record now stands at an even keel, while the Tigers' tally shifts unfavorably.
In what was a closely contested battle at the JMA Wireless Dome, both teams exhibited remarkable offensive skills. However, it was the tenacity of the Syracuse Orange that ultimately prevailed. The home team's performance was highlighted by their impressive defensive rebounds totaling 15 and offensive rebounds leading to 24 second-chance points. Their relentless pursuit of the ball resulted in 20 points off turnovers compared to Clemson's similar effort yielding them 20 points.
The fourth quarter saw Syracuse turn up the heat as they racked up an impressive 30 points against Clemson's 18. This surge can be attributed to their superior shooting from beyond the arc where they made nine three-pointers at a rate of 32 percent throughout the game. Additionally, free throws were crucial for Syracuse as they secured victory by making 16 out of their total attempts.
Clemson Tigers did not go down without a fight; they showcased efficient shooting with a field goal percentage of 52 and were particularly effective inside with a two-point percentage of 60 which contributed significantly to their total score. They also excelled in fast break situations scoring an impressive total of fast break points.
Syracuse’s defense played a pivotal role as well; four blocks and fifteen steals disrupted Clemson’s flow on several occasions. Moreover, despite committing fewer personal fouls (16), Syracuse managed to maintain aggressive play without any players being fouled out or ejected.
Looking ahead for fans of Syracuse Orange, anticipation builds for their next game against Florida State Seminoles scheduled on January 18th at JMA Wireless Dome located at Irving Avenue in Syracuse NY zip code:13210 . Fans can catch this matchup live on ACC Network Extra via internet broadcast starting at 7:00 PM Eastern Time.