Clemson 70, Mercer 63 — Littlejohn Coliseum

CLEMSON, S.C. — On Dec. 13, Clemson rebounded from its tough loss in New York with a 70-63 victory over Mercerat Littlejohn Coliseum.

The Tigers regained their rhythm on both ends, with balanced scoring and timely stops down the stretch. Clemson held a slim lead for much of the second half but managed to pull away late through strong interior play and clutch free-throw shooting. The win improved Clemson’s non-conference record and provided a morale boost before a key home clash with South Carolina.

Significance: The victory helped steady the ship after a heartbreaking loss, giving Clemson confidence and momentum heading into a marquee matchup just days later.