Clemson Men's Basketball Dominates Season Opener
The Clemson Tigers showcased strong defense throughout the game, limiting New Hampshire to only one made three-pointer in 18 attempts during the first half. Clemson convincingly defeated the New Hampshire Wildcats 88-38 to start their season with a 1-0 record.
The Tigers displayed balanced offensive contributions with 10 players logging at least 15 minutes of playing time. Their 50-point victory marked head coach Brad Brownell’s largest opening game margin.
First Half and Team Effort
Clemson scored 43 points in the first half using nine players, though none reached double-digit scoring. Brownell quickly rotated his bench, substituting all five starters within the first five minutes. This strategy continued into the second half.
Second Half Performance
- Six players scored between 7 and 11 points.
- All players who entered the game scored except freshman Chase Thompson.
- A total of 12 players took the floor, which is unusual for a typical Brownell lineup.
“I think you see that a lot of guys can contribute. I thought our starters did some really good things establishing the tone and the way we were gonna play.” – Brad Brownell
Top Scorer
Redshirt freshman Ace Buckner led Clemson with 18 points, scoring those in just 20 minutes on the court.
Author’s summary: Clemson’s balanced squad delivered a commanding 50-point opener victory, highlighting their depth and strategic bench usage under coach Brad Brownell.