Clemson Tops Wake Forest 73-62 in ACC

Clemson secured a 73-62 victory over Wake Forest, improving to 10-3 overall and 2-0 in the ACC. The Tigers capitalized on 19 turnovers by the Demon Deacons, converting them into 35 points, with Chase Hunter leading the team with 16 points and Jake Heidbreder contributing 15 points off the bench. The game featured a strong performance from Jaeden Zackery, who not only scored 12 points but also recorded six assists and five steals. Despite a brief comeback by Wake Forest, Clemson responded with a decisive 19-6 run to maintain control. Hunter Sallis was the standout for Wake Forest, scoring 26 points, but poor three-point shooting hindered their efforts. Clemson's next matchup is against Stanford on January 1, 2024.