Clemson Dominates New Hampshire 88-38 in Season Opener

Clemson's men's basketball team started their 2025-26 season with a dominant 88-38 victory over New Hampshire, showcasing strong defense and efficient offense. Freshman guard Ace Buckner led the team with 18 points, drawing attention as the son of former Clemson standout Greg Buckner, while other key contributors included Jake Wahlin, Nick Davidson, and RJ Godfrey. The Tigers shot 51% from the field and outrebounded the Wildcats 45-30, holding New Hampshire to just 25% shooting overall and 15% from three-point range. Coach Brad Brownell utilized a deep rotation with 12 players, indicating a season-long strategy to solidify the team's lineup. Clemson's defense forced 13 turnovers, converting them into 20 points, and dominated in the paint by outscoring New Hampshire 38-18. The Tigers are set to continue their home stand with a game against Gardner-Webb on Friday night.