Buckner Shines in Clemson Debut; Tigers Defeat New Hampshire by 50 Points
Clemson University men’s basketball began the 2025-26 season with an impressive 88-38 victory over New Hampshire at Littlejohn Coliseum on Monday night. Allowing only 38 points marked the fewest Clemson has conceded in a season opener since December 11, 1946, when it defeated Erskine 58-30.
Standout Performance by Ace Buckner
The Tigers (1-0) were led by redshirt freshman Ace Buckner from Dallas, Texas, who scored 18 points, grabbed three rebounds, dished out two assists, and blocked one shot. Buckner surpassed the debut scoring output of his father, Greg Buckner, who posted 10 points, nine assists, and five rebounds in his first game on November 29, 1994, against Charleston Southern.
“Ace Buckner finished an efficient 6-for-7 from the floor, including 6-for-7 from the free throw line.”
Supporting Contributions
- RJ Godfrey (Suwanee, Ga.) came close to his third career double-double with nine points and nine rebounds.
- Jake Wahlin (Provo, Utah) contributed 11 points and four rebounds.
- Jestin Porter (Houston, Texas) scored eight points, adding five rebounds and three assists.
- Carter Welling (Draper, Utah) added 10 points, rounding out the double-digit scorers.
Game Highlights
Clemson finished strong in the first half with a 15-2 run over the final 6:16, leading New Hampshire by 27 points at halftime, 43-16. A total of 12 players took the court for Clemson, with 11 of them scoring.
Author's summary: Clemson’s dominant season opener showcased Ace Buckner’s breakout performance, setting a positive tone with a historic defensive effort and strong team contributions.
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