Clemson Dominates New Hampshire in Season Opener
The Clemson Tigers delivered a commanding performance to start their season, routing the New Hampshire Wildcats 88-38. Their strong defense allowed only one successful three-pointer from 18 attempts in the first half, setting the tone for the game.
Balanced Team Effort
Clemson showcased depth and balance, distributing minutes across ten players who each logged over fifteen minutes on the floor. Despite no individual reaching double figures in the opening half, the team still scored 43 points before the break. Head coach Brad Brownell’s rotation strategy kept energy high as he swapped all five starters within the first five minutes.
Record Performance Under Brownell
The 50-point margin represented Brownell’s largest season-opening win during his tenure. A total of twelve players saw action, and all but one, freshman Chase Thompson, recorded points in the blowout victory.
Leading Scorer and Coach’s Thoughts
Redshirt freshman Ace Buckner led the team with 18 points in just 20 minutes, capping off an impressive individual debut.
“I think you see that a lot of guys can contribute,” Brownell said. “I thought our starters did some really good things establishing the tone and the way we were gonna play.”
Six players ended the game scoring between seven and eleven points, demonstrating the team’s balanced offense and unselfish play.
Summary
Clemson launched its season with a dominant 88-38 statement win, proving its bench depth and teamwork will be pivotal assets moving forward.
Author’s Summary: Clemson’s 50-point victory over New Hampshire highlighted the Tigers’ deep rotation, strong defense, and effective team play under coach Brad Brownell.
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