- Matchup: Gardner-Webb Bulldogs vs Clemson Tigers
- Date: Friday, November 7, 2025
- Venue: Littlejohn Coliseum, Clemson, SC
- Broadcast: ACC Network
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This Friday, the Gardner-Webb Bulldogs (0-1) are set to travel to Littlejohn Coliseum, facing off against the Clemson Tigers (1-0).
In their last matchup, the Gardner-Webb Bulldogs were defeated by Minnesota with a score of 87-60. The Bulldogs and Minnesota both finished with 23 fouls each. Gardner-Webb managed to hit 7 out of 21 three-point attempts. Minnesota achieved a free throw percentage of 66.7%, sinking 20 of 30 attempts. Rebounding was marked by Minnesota’s total of 41 boards (11 offensive, 30 defensive) without any blocks recorded. The Gophers also delivered 25 assists and secured 9 steals in the contest. Defensively, Gardner-Webb allowed their opponents to shoot 54.5% from the field, connecting on 30 of 55 attempts. The Bulldogs recorded 8 assists while forcing 14 turnovers and making 7 steals. On the boards, they secured 25 rebounds, with 6 being on the offensive end. From the free throw line, they converted 16 of 27 shots for 59.3%. Overall, Gardner-Webb ended with a field goal percentage of 33.3% (19 of 57) and made 6 of 19 shots from beyond the arc.
Julius Clark emerged as a notable player for the Bulldogs, scoring 13 points on 5 of 9 shooting over 22 minutes. He also grabbed 3 rebounds but did not record any assists.
With a current record of 0-1 for the season, Gardner-Webb is averaging 60.0 points per game, ranking them 312th in college basketball. The Bulldogs have a field goal percentage of 33.3% and are hitting 31.6% from three (6 of 19). Their free throw percentage stands at 59.3%. As a team, they’re averaging 31.0 rebounds per game and have accumulated just 8 assists so far, placing them at 318th in Division 1 for total assists. They’re committing 14.0 turnovers each game and averaging 23.0 fouls.
Defensively, the Bulldogs are forcing 14.0 turnovers per game and drawing an average of 23.0 fouls. They allow 33.3% shooting from beyond the arc and rank 304th in points allowed per game (87.0). Their opponents are shooting at a 54.5% success rate (30 of 55), and they give up an average of 45.0 rebounds per game as a team. Currently, they sit 346th nationwide for assists surrendered, allowing 25 this season.
In their latest outing, the Clemson Tigers secured a decisive win against New Hampshire with a score of 88-38. The Tigers gathered 35 defensive rebounds and 7 offensive boards for a total of 42. They lost possession 6 times and recorded 2 steals during the game. New Hampshire committed 28 fouls, leading to 41 free throw attempts for the Tigers, who converted 30 of these for a shooting percentage of 73.2%. On three-pointers, Clemson hit 6 of 19 (31.6%). Overall, the Tigers achieved a field goal percentage of 51.0%, making 26 of 51 shots, while holding New Hampshire to a mere 25.0% shooting (15 of 60). The Tigers allowed New Hampshire to shoot just 14.8% from downtown, hitting 4 of 27 attempts, and finishing 4 of 9 from the free throw line (44.4%). Rebounding allowed New Hampshire to gather 27 in total (7 offensive).
Ace Buckner stood out for the Tigers, scoring 18 points in 20 minutes, contributing 2 assists, with an impressive shooting rate of 85.7% (6 of 7) and collecting 3 rebounds.
Currently, Clemson holds a record of 1-0 this season. The Tigers are connecting on 51.0% of their shots from the field, ranking them 91st nationally. They have accumulated 88 points thus far and average 45.0 rebounds per game. With 13.0 assists per game (228th nationwide) and 6.0 turnovers per game, Clemson is also committing 15.0 fouls on average while converting 73.2% of free throw attempts.
Defensively, the Tigers rank 21st in the nation for points allowed per game, limiting opponents to just 38.0. They force an average of 13.0 turnovers each game and have restricted opposing teams to a 25.0% shooting rate (24th in college). Clemson allows just 14.8% on three-pointers (4 of 27) and restricts opponents to a free throw percentage of 44.4%. They give up 7.0 assists and 30.0 rebounds each game, ranking 67th and 117th respectively in college basketball.
Who will prevail in tonight’s NCAA matchup against the spread?
Prediction: Bet on Clemson
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