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Clemson Downs Syracuse 86-72 - Match Report

Clemson earned a 86-72 victory over Syracuse on Wednesday, getting 23 points from Chase Hunter at Littlejohn Coliseum.

Clemson won on the scoreboard, but lost at the pay window as they failed to cover the -16.0-point spread.

Viktor Lakhin had 16 points for Clemson and Jaeden Zackery chipped in with 14 points. Jaeden Zackery had 5 assists for them, while Viktor Lakhin was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 10 boards.

Syracuse got a 25-point performance from J.J. Starling, who was supported by 14 points from Eddie Lampkin Jr.. Jaquan Carlos had 3 assists in a losing cause for Syracuse, while Eddie Lampkin Jr. grabbed 9 rebounds.

Clemson led at halftime, $HalfScore.

The rebound battle favored Clemson as they grabbed 27 boards, while Syracuse only had 23

Clemson looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Virginia Tech. Syracuse will aim to get back on the winning track vs. Pittsburgh.