Clemson Blasts Gardner-Webb 97–59 to Open 2–0

Overview

• Nick Davidson scored 18 points, with Carter Welling adding 14 and 11 rebounds and RJ Godfrey 13 and six as the frontcourt led the way.
• Clemson controlled the glass 47–28 and shot 48.1% from the field, including 10-of-36 from three.
• The Tigers forced 16 turnovers, committed three, and converted those mistakes into 22 points.
• Depth showed as 10 players logged at least 15 minutes, with Ace Buckner contributing 11 points off the bench.
• Clemson is 2–0 with two wins by an average of 44 points, sits No. 24 in KenPom, and coverage notes Gardner-Webb’s non-participation in the House Settlement for context.