- Matchup: Clemson Tigers vs Notre Dame Fighting Irish
- Date: Saturday, January 10, 2026
- Venue: Purcell Pavilion, South Bend, IN
- Broadcast: ESPN2
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The Notre Dame Fighting Irish (10-5) are set to face off against the Clemson Tigers (13-3) at Purcell Pavilion this Saturday.
In their recent matchup, the Clemson Tigers triumphed over SMU with a score of 74-70. The Tigers hit 42.9% of their field goals, making 24 of 56 attempts, and recorded 9 out of 31 from beyond the arc. At the free-throw line, they converted 17 of 24 shots for a percentage of 70.8%. On the boards, Clemson retrieved 32 rebounds, including 10 on the offensive end, and distributed 13 assists. The Tigers also forced 12 turnovers and registered 6 steals. Defensively, Clemson allowed SMU to shoot 37.3% from the field, with SMU hitting 19 of their 51 attempts. SMU registered 34 total rebounds (10 offensive, 24 defensive) and did not record any blocks. They excelled at the free-throw line, converting 26 of 29 attempts for an impressive 89.7%, while making 6 of 17 long-range attempts. Both teams combined for 43 personal fouls, with Clemson committing 20 and SMU 23.
RJ Godfrey was a standout performer for Clemson in this game, scoring 17 points on an impressive 6 of 7 shooting while contributing 6 rebounds in 26 minutes. He finished with an 85.7% shooting percentage and added 1 assist to his tally.
Clemson arrives at this contest with a 13-3 record this season. They are averaging 77.9 points per game, ranking 166th in Division 1, with a shooting percentage of 46.1%. From distance, they are hitting 32.9% of their attempts (130 of 395) and stand at 72.8% from the free-throw line. As a collective, the Tigers pull down 37.7 rebounds per game and have amassed 225 assists, placing them 175th in Division 1 for team assists. They average 9.7 turnovers per contest and commit 17.0 fouls each game.
On the defensive end, the Tigers force 11.4 turnovers per game and draw 19.2 fouls, ranking 20th in Division 1 for fewest assists allowed at 158 on the season. Clemson’s defense allows opponents a field goal percentage of 39.8% (355 of 892) while yielding 32.4 rebounds per match. They also allow 28.3% on three-point attempts and rank 32nd in college basketball by allowing just 65.9 points per game.
In their last outing, the Notre Dame Fighting Irish suffered a narrow defeat to California, finishing 72-71. They collected 31 defensive and 10 offensive rebounds for a total of 41 in the game. Notre Dame committed 7 turnovers but registered no steals. California’s 21 fouls resulted in the Fighting Irish taking 26 free-throw attempts, converting 16 for a shooting percentage of 61.5%. From beyond the arc, Notre Dame managed to convert 11 of 31 attempts (35.5%). By the game’s conclusion, Notre Dame shot 22 of 55 from the field, achieving a 40.0% shooting rate. They allowed California to score 26 of 64 attempts, resulting in a 40.6% shooting rate for their opponent. Notre Dame also allowed California 31 rebounds, with 7 coming from the offensive end.
Braeden Shrewsberry was a key contributor for the Fighting Irish in this contest, scoring 21 points while hitting 5 of 17 shots for a shooting percentage of 29.4%, along with 5 rebounds and 1 assist in 31 minutes of play.
Notre Dame holds a current win-loss record of 10-5 this season. Offensively, they are shooting 45.7% from the field, which ranks 172nd in the country. They’ve scored a total of 1,115 points (74.3 points per game) and secure an average of 38.8 rebounds per game. They assist teammates 12.7 times per game (ranked 297th nationally) while committing 11.6 turnovers per match. Notre Dame averages 17.1 personal fouls per game and hits 69.6% from the free-throw line.
Defensively, the Fighting Irish rank 37th in college basketball, allowing 66.7 points per game. They force 9.7 turnovers per game and limit opponents to a shooting percentage of 40.4% (the 54th best mark nationally). Notre Dame allows teams to hit 31.3% of their three-point shots (122 of 390) and 72.8% of free throws. They permit 12.2 assists and 31.0 total rebounds each game, ranking them 92nd and 36th in college basketball, respectively.
Who will emerge victorious in tonight’s NCAA clash against the spread?
Prediction: Back Clemson
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