In a commanding performance, Clemson secured a 77-56 victory over New Mexico in the NCAA tournament, marking their first win in the competition since 2018. The game, which saw Clemson lead for 39:30 out of the 40 minutes, was dominated by the Tigers from the start. Clemson's aggressive play led to a significant lead in the first half, with the score at halftime being 42-28 in favor of Clemson. Despite New Mexico's efforts to close the gap, including a brief momentum shift where they cut the lead to a 10-point game, Clemson maintained control throughout. The Tigers' balanced attack was highlighted by all five starters scoring six points apiece by halftime, showcasing their shooting efficiency from the field, 3-point range, and free-throw line. Clemson's defense also played a crucial role, limiting New Mexico to a 29.2% shooting from the field. The victory sets up a match against No. 3 seed Baylor for Clemson.
The Mountain West, y'all https://t.co/EH4dupsEmY
Clemson's Chase Hunter: "We weren't focused on any betting lines. We were just playing our game"
Clemson crushes New Mexico to win first NCAA Tournament game since 2018 https://t.co/tyXU8Aumzz
Clemson MBB's Chase Hunter: "We had the momentum the whole game ... It was just about staying calm"
When the bracket came out, Clemson was *the* pick to be the 6 seed to lose to an 11, and many people spent the last few days saying they would get run out of the gym by New Mexico. Fast forward, and Clemson was the only 6 to win a game, and did it by dominating wire to wire.
UNC, NC State and now Clemson are all going on to the second round of the NCAA tournament. Duke plays tonight in Brooklyn. Strong start for the ACC β¦ https://t.co/KCVYRgNHbv
We have a mascot dance off!! β New Mexicoβs βLoboβ π Clemsonβs βTigerβ πΊ #MarchMadness https://t.co/dnh0VlJS4l https://t.co/8RkQL8Yv8X
We have a mascot dance off! β New Mexicoβs βLoboβ π Clemsonβs βThe Tigerβ πΊ #MarchMadness https://t.co/dnh0VlJS4l https://t.co/8RkQL8Yv8X
Iβll take it at the half! https://t.co/Aj4ZV3t5wT
Clemson came out of the first round with a DOMINATING win over New Mexico. π https://t.co/Ic8rfXoxcS
Clemson wins BIG over 11 seed New Mexico! https://t.co/ahZJ8jmQjO
Bucket. Getter. @CUBuffsMBB DRAINS IT to knot it up at the half π₯π₯ https://t.co/64HlX8vfmU
Clemson faces Baylor Sunday after a 21-point victory over New Mexico. https://t.co/mE3nsmH3by
Final: Clemson 77, New Mexico 56 The MW's trendy pick for a deep run, the Lobos, shot 29.2% from the field in a game that was lopsided from start to finish. The MW is 2-4 in the NCAA Tournament heading into tonight's Utah State-TCU game. The conference really needs a win there.
What a bounce back performance by Clemson. Brad Brownell always seems to have his team ready to play after a tough loss. Great game today against a really good New Mexico squad.
FINAL: Clemson 77, New Mexico 56 β’ Lobos finish season with a 26-10 record https://t.co/9sHsEq24PM
Clemson claims a 77-56 win over New Mexico in the NCAA tournament win. Will play No. 4 seed Baylor on Sunday. https://t.co/kNsJGAMgTQ
(6) CLEMSON STORMS INTO THE SECOND ROUND βοΈ Clemson snags a big win over (11) New Mexico 77-56 π #MarchMadness https://t.co/gannCQGWWI
FINAL: Clemson MBB 77, New Mexico 55 Tigers led for a 39:30 of a possible 40 minutes. A comprehensive win for a team that many had penciled in to get upset in a 6/11 game. First NCAAT win since '18 Clemson will play No. 3 Baylor on Sunday (time TBD)
FINAL: No. 6 Clemson 77, No. 11 New Mexico 56 The Tigers win their first NCAA Tournament game since 2018 and move on to the Round of 32.
(6) CLEMSON STORMS INTO THE SECOND ROUND βοΈ Clemson snag a big win over (11) New Mexico 77-56 π #MarchMadness https://t.co/DvXczoNjnH
Benches starting to empty for both teams. Clemson up 75-52 on New Mexico with just over a minute to go
Brad Brownell emptying the bench here as Clemson leads New Mexico 75-52 with 1:08 to go.
Last time we saw New Mexico, they were rolling through the MWC tourney. Last time we saw Clemson, they were getting run out of the gym by Boston College. Today, Clemson got out to a double-digit lead in the first 7+ mins and didn't look back. Terrific at both ends of the floor.
Final media timeout (3:56 1H): Clemson 71, New Mexico 52
Media timeout (7:42 2H): Clemson 64, New Mexico 45
Media timeout (11:59 2H): Clemson 54, New Mexico 40
Tru Washington 3-pointer with 13:57 to play is UNM's first FG of the 2nd half... then Jaelen House layup in transition and CLemson calls a timeout... (13:18 2H): Clemson 51, New Mexico 38
#Clemson leads New Mexico 51-33 with 15:54 remaining in the 1st Half. Ian Schieffelin just picked up his 3rd personal foul before the media timeout β thatβs now 3 fouls on both Schieffelin & Hall.
51-30 Clemson, not even 3 minutes into the second half. Tigers with a 9-2 run out of the break and they're up 21 on New Mexico ... broadcast just showed a row of Clemson students wearing chef hats (for Ian Schieffelin) going crazy
Aaaaand Clemson starts second half on a 9-2 run. Timeout, Lobos. (17:11 2H): Clemson 51, New Mexico 30 Not a good day for a lot of bad days by Lobo players.
New Mexico started this game 5-18 from floor. Clemson started 11-18. Lobos lucky to still be hanging around. https://t.co/s8rhkXQRxj
Halftime stat sheet: Clemson 42, New Mexico 28 https://t.co/1beJPZO2j0
Half: Clemson MBB 42, New Mexico 28 No. 6 Tigers up 14 at half and led by as many as 19 points ... all five starters have 6 points apiece. Shooting 48% from the field, 44% on 3-pointers and 80% on free throws No. 11 Lobos probably have another big second half run or two in them
HALF: Clemson 42, New Mexico 28 Lobos trailed by 19 w/ 8:15 left in half, then cut it to a 10-point game and had all the momentum before allowing Tigers to score 4 quick points in final 1:22.
Clemson leads New Mexico in points off turnovers, 9-4. UNM turned both Clemson turnovers in to four points, but simply aren't generating the offense off turnovers like they were able to do throughout the Mountain West Tournament.
HALFTIME: No. 6 Clemson 42, No. 11 New Mexico 28
Media timeout (3:35 1H): Clemson 36, New Mexico 23
New Mexico looked dead in the water, but now Lobos have ripped off a 6-0 run in less than 2 min. Sounds like a Lobos home game at FedExForum. WOW. Clemson 32, NM 19 w/ 6:10 left in 1st half
Lobos on an 8-2 run. Clemson calls a timeout... (6:10 1H): Clemson 32, New Mexico 19
Media timeout (7:56 1H): Clemson 32, New Mexico 15
Media timeout (11:32 1H): Clemson 25, New Mexico 11
.@JoeRaineri favors Clemson over New Mexico π #CBBPicks #ClemsonGRIT #MarchMadness https://t.co/Sb1sDlEKfA
ππππ ππ πππΎππππ @JKurtz_MWN and @UNMLoboMBB broadcaster Robert Portnoy (@RobTalksLobos) provide a preview of New Mexicoβs first-round matchup with Clemson in the 2024 NCAA tournament π #MWMadness | #MWMBB | #GoLobos https://t.co/4G6dEaDGkk
Three 6 seeds went down yesterday to 11 seeds: -South Carolina (to Oregon) -Texas Tech (to NC State) -BYU (to Duquesne) 6 seeds are 108-67 against 11s entering today when No. 6 Clemson plays No. 11 New Mexico https://t.co/psRPvgIj7z
Since 2010, 11-seeds are now 28-25 against 6-seeds in the NCAA Tournament.
Itβs a No. 6 seed for Clemson vs. New Mexico in Memphis. https://t.co/bwTOKQPpsM