Clemson vs Pitt: By the Numbers Preview

Clemson, SC

Coming off a 69-67 loss to NC State, the Clemson men’s basketball team is back home in action against 12-8 Pittsburgh in a late night tipoff. The Panthers are ranked 11th in the ACC, one spot ahead of Clemson. The Tigers come into this game ranked 12th in the ACC with only one win within conference play, this game is a must win for Brad Brownell and his Tigers. The Pittsburgh Panthers come into this matchup averaging 74.4 points per game, 38.2 rebounds, 12.3 assists and are allowing their opponents to score on average 67.3 points per game.

What can the Tigers expect from the Panthers coming into this matchup?

Pittsburgh on offense

The Panthers are lead by Xavier Johnson in scoring, the guard comes into the game averaging 16.2 points per game shooting at 45.8%. Johnson also leads the team in assists per game averaging 4.4 per game. Forward Kene Chukwuka has the highest Field Goal percentage on the team coming in at 49.2%.

Pittsburgh on defense

Turning to the defensive side of the ball, Au’Diese Toney leads the Panthers with 5.9 rebounds per game. Freshman and South Carolina native, Trey McGowens leads with 2.2 steals per game. Terrell Brown leads the team with 2.3 blocks per game.