- Matchup: Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets vs. Clemson Tigers
- Date: Saturday, March 7, 2026
- Venue: Littlejohn Coliseum, Clemson, SC
- Broadcast: ACC Network
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The Clemson Tigers, boasting a record of 21-9, will face off against the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets, who hold a record of 11-19, at Littlejohn Coliseum this Saturday.
In their previous encounter, the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets faced California, suffering a defeat with a final score of 76-65. During the game, Georgia Tech recorded a 39.2% field goal percentage, making 20 of 51 attempts, and went 6 for 22 from beyond the arc. At the free-throw line, the Yellow Jackets converted 19 out of 24 attempts, achieving a rate of 79.2%. On the boards, they secured a total of 33 rebounds, including 3 on the offensive end. Additionally, they tallied 16 assists while forcing 9 turnovers and claiming 5 steals. Defensively, Georgia Tech allowed California to shoot 43.8% (28 of 64) from the floor, while California also recorded 19 assists and 9 steals. California was able to grab 34 rebounds (4 offensive, 30 defensive) but did not record any blocks. From the charity stripe, California finished with a 71.4% success rate, hitting 15 of 21 attempts, but struggled from downtown, making just 5 of their 24 attempts. Both teams committed 20 personal fouls.
Kowacie Reeves Jr. stood out in the match, shooting 50.0% from the field and contributing 1 assist, 6 rebounds, and 19 points on 6 of 12 shooting over 36 minutes of play.
Heading into this contest, Georgia Tech holds an 11-19 record for the season. They average 73.7 points per game (ranking 243rd in the nation) while shooting 44.0% from the field. The Yellow Jackets convert 35.1% of their three-point attempts (209 of 595) and have a free-throw shooting percentage of 70.6%. They secure about 37.2 rebounds per game and have recorded 478 assists this season, which ranks them 77th in Division 1 for assist totals. The team averages 13.4 turnovers per game and commits approximately 17.9 fouls each night.
On defense, the Yellow Jackets force an average of 11.3 turnovers per game and draw 17.1 fouls against their opponents. They limit opponents to a 33.1% shooting percentage from beyond the arc while ranking 277th in Division 1 for points surrendered (77.4). The Yellow Jackets allow their opponents to shoot 42.5% from the field, with an allowance of 36.9 rebounds per game, ranking 284th nationally in assists allowed, conceding 447 this season.
In their last game, the Clemson Tigers fell short against North Carolina, finishing with a score of 67-63. The Tigers managed to collect 28 defensive and 6 offensive rebounds, totaling 34 rebounds. They recorded 10 turnovers along with 4 steals during the match. North Carolina committed 15 fouls, sending the Tigers to the line 6 times, converting 4 attempts for a shooting percentage of 66.7%. Clemson shot 35.0% from three-point range, making 7 out of 20 attempts, and ended the game with a field goal percentage of 43.3% (26 of 60). Defensively, they allowed North Carolina to shoot 37.9% from the field (22 of 58) and permitted 12 three-pointers out of 27 attempts (44.4%), while shooting 73.3% from the free-throw line (11 of 15). Clemson also allowed North Carolina to gather 32 rebounds overall (6 offensive).
RJ Godfrey proved to be a key player for the Tigers, scoring 22 points on 10 of 13 shooting, equal to a shooting percentage of 76.9%, along with 9 rebounds and 1 assist in 33 minutes of play.
Clemson holds a 21-9 record this season. The Tigers average 16.2 personal fouls per game and hit 72.5% of their free throws. They register 12.9 assists per game (ranking 262nd in college basketball) and average 9.8 turnovers per game. This season, Clemson has accumulated 2,230 points (74.3 per game) and secures 34.7 rebounds each outing. In terms of offensive efficiency, the Tigers shoot 45.8% from the field, positioning them at 148th in college basketball.
Defensively, Clemson allows 31.8% shooting from three-point range (223 of 701), while opposing teams convert 74.8% of their free throws. They permit an average of 10.4 assists and 31.9 rebounds each game, ranking them 7th and 49th, respectively, in college basketball. The Tigers are currently 18th in points allowed per game at 66.0, forcing opponents into 11.5 turnovers each matchup, while holding teams to a field goal percentage of 41.3% (40th in college basketball).
Who will emerge victorious in this NCAA game against the spread?
Prediction: Go with Georgia Tech
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