Buckner Shines in Clemson Debut; Tigers Dominate New Hampshire
Clemson University men’s basketball kicked off the 2025-26 season with a commanding 88-38 victory over New Hampshire on Monday night at Littlejohn Coliseum. The 38 points allowed marked the fewest Clemson has given up in a season opener since December 11, 1946, when they defeated Erskine 58-30.
Standout Performance by Ace Buckner
Redshirt freshman Ace Buckner from Dallas, Texas, and La Lumiere School (Indiana), led the Tigers with 18 points, three rebounds, two assists, and one blocked shot. Buckner outperformed his father, Greg Buckner, who scored 10 points with nine assists and five rebounds in his Clemson debut on November 29, 1994.
"Buckner finished an efficient 6-for-7 from the floor, including 6-for-7 from the free throw line."
Other Key Contributors
- RJ Godfrey (Suwanee, Georgia/North Gwinnett) came close to a double-double with nine points and nine rebounds.
- Jake Wahlin (Provo, Utah/Timpview) added 11 points and four rebounds.
- Jestin Porter (Houston, Texas/Cypress Ridge) contributed eight points, five rebounds, and three assists.
- Carter Welling (Draper, Utah/Corner Canyon) scored 10 points, rounding out the double-digit scorers.
Game Summary
Clemson sealed the first half with a 15-2 run over the final 6:16, leading 43-16 at halftime. Overall, 12 players saw action, and 11 scored in the opening game.
Author’s summary: Clemson's basketball team started the season strong with a defensive masterclass and strong contributions from young talent like Ace Buckner, hinting at a promising year ahead.
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