The University of Miami men's basketball team, led by Nijel Pack's 25 points, upset No. 16 Clemson with a final score of 95-82. Pack, who had missed the previous two games, scored his most points since mid-November, igniting the Hurricanes' comeback. Kyshawn George also contributed significantly with 12 points, all from three-pointers. The Hurricanes' offensive strength was on full display as all five starters scored in double figures, with Matthew Cleveland and Norchad Omier each adding 23 points. Miami achieved this victory despite the absence of the injured Wooga Poplar and improved their season record to 11-2, including a 9-0 home record. The team's second-half performance was particularly notable, shooting 75% from the field. This win was a much-needed boost for Miami, which had faced recent blowout losses and lacked a resume win until this game. Their 95 points against Clemson are the most scored against an AP-ranked team since they scored against No. 5 Duke in 2008.
Nijel Pack scored 20 of his 25 points in the second half, Matthew Cleveland and Norchad Omier each added 23 and Miami beat No. 16 Clemson 95-82 on Wednesday night to improve to 9-0 at home this season. https://t.co/Eb93T36ZGz
Miami runs wild in 2nd half, pulls away to top No. 16 Clemson 95-82 https://t.co/xE2PVTeGKW
Miami with a HUGE second half to surge past Clemson!! Are the Hurricanes back in the top tier of the ACC? Can they win the league? 👀 Tap in to After Dark ⬇️⬇️⬇️ https://t.co/ZP4An7vlo1
Miami runs wild in 2nd half, pulls away to top No. 16 Clemson 95-82 (from @AP) https://t.co/3x0jqldXHg
Miami turns up the heat over No. 16 Clemson! 🔥 The Canes defeated the Tigers, 95-82 at home! 🙌 @CanesHoops | #ACCMBB https://t.co/v45JEjYWcI
UM upsets No. 16 Clemson 95-82 w/out injured Wooga Poplar. All 5 starters in double figures. Pack 25, Omier and Cleveland 23, George and Joseph 12. Canes are 11-2. @MiamiHerald @HeraldSports @CanesHoops #GoCanes #ACC
Quick recap: Nijel Pack returns to Miami’s lineup, sparks Hurricanes’ comeback win over No. 16 Clemson #Canes @HeraldSports @MiamiHerald https://t.co/lXDKZBcvA9
Clemson Falls to Miami for Second Loss of Season https://t.co/Zad6UePl36 #Clemson
Miami upsets No. 16 Clemson‼️ @CanesHoops 95 points is the most the Hurricanes have scored against an AP-ranked team since 2008 against No. 5 Duke. https://t.co/lDyuEJ22ZR
Miami upsets No. 16 Clemson‼️ @CanesHoops 95 points is the most the Hurricane have scored against an AP-ranked team since 2008 against No. 5 Duke. https://t.co/VpHBj9SbMa
CANES TOP NO. 16 CLEMSON 🙌 Nijel Pack goes for 25 points as Miami snags its 11th win of the season 🌀 https://t.co/rJpMzfW2Kq
That’s a much-needed win for Miami against Clemson. ‘Canes had been blown out by Kentucky and Colorado. Were lacking a resume win until tonight. And did it without WOOGA.
Wow, Clemson runs into an absolute buzzsaw in the second half at Miami. Without Wooga Poplar, Canes shoot 75 percent after intermission (21-of-28) and win 95-82.
Miami beats Clemson sans Wooga Poplar. Nijel Pack returns from a 2-game absence and scores his most points (25) since mid-November. Matthew Cleveland and Norchad Omier were excellent. Saturday afternoon at the Joel is going to be electric.
Nijel Pack igniting. 13 points. #Canes cut Clemson lead to 51-50. 15:19 left 2nd.
#Canes trail Clemson 41-35 at the half. Both teams shooting well from 3. Miami 7 of 16 and Clemson 6 of 15, but Canes with some prolonged scoring droughts as Clemson used a 14-3 stretch to take the lead. Kyshawn George leading Miami with four 3s for all 12 points.
Quick pivot to basketball: Clemson trails Miami, 25-24, with 7:14 left in the first half. Canes came out hot early, but they've hit just one of their last 11 shots. But the Tigers haven't surged ahead quite yet. PJ Hall with seven points. Joe Girard with six.
Covering some #Canes men’s hoops tonight as they take on No. 16 Clemson. Nijel Pack, who has missed last 2 games, is taking part in shootaround. https://t.co/zDeK0M9zm5