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Recap - Syracuse Defeats Clemson 61-53
Syracuse got 14 points from Elijah Hughes as they ran past Clemson 61-53 on Wednesday at Carrier Dome.
Bettors who backed Syracuse were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as a favorite of -3.0 at sportsbooks.
Syracuse got 12 points from Tyus Battle and another 12 points from Franklin Howard. Marek Dolezaj contributed 4 assists, while Elijah Hughes cleaned the glass with 7 rebounds.
Clemson got a 16-point performance from Marcquise Reed, who was supported by 13 points from Elijah Thomas. Clyde Trapp had 3 assists in a losing cause for Clemson, while Elijah Thomas grabbed 7 rebounds.
First-half bettors who backed Syracuse were victorious, as the score was $HalfScore at the break.
Clemson had a 32-31 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Next game, Syracuse takes its act home to face Georgia Tech looking for another win. For Clemson, they head home to face Virginia.