Memphis 87-82 Clemson (December 14, 2024) Game Summary

CLEMSON, SC — Tyrese Hunter had 23 points, including the go-ahead 3-pointer with 59.3 seconds left in overtime, as Memphis rolled past No. 16 Clemson 87-82 on Saturday.

Hunter had seven of Memphis’ 12 3s, including two critical baskets from behind the arc in the overtime period.

Memphis (8-2) trailed 69-63 with 2:22 to go on Ian Schieffelin’s layup. But it ended the second half with a 9-3 run to force the extra period.

Clemson’s Chase Hunter missed a long-range shot at the end of regulation.

Clemson (8-2) led 78-77 when Hunter hit the first of his two 3-pointers in overtime. After Clemson pulled back in front for one last time, 81-80, Hunter took a pass from PJ Haggerty for an open three.

Colby Rogers added 22 points off four 3-pointers for Memphis.

Viktor Lakhin had 23 points and 11 rebounds to lead Clemson. Hunter and Schieffelin each had 17 points.

Takeaways

Memphis: The team was coming off a home loss to Arkansas State that dropped it from the national rankings. Expect a quick bounce back after the win at Clemson.

Clemson: The Tigers struggled to find Schieffelin in good positions down low in the second half and overtime as they lost for the first time this season as a ranked team.

Key moment

After Chase Hunter’s 3-pointer with 1:04 left put Clemson ahead 72-67, Rogers quickly answered back for Memphis with a three of his own.

Key state

Memphis shot 52% overall and 48% from 3-point range after Clemson allowed opponents to shoot just 40% from the field and 30% from long range.

Next

Memphis plays another ACC opponent in Virginia on Wednesday night.

Clemson will host in-state rival South Carolina on Tuesday night.

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