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Recap - Clemson Defeats Syracuse 67-55

Syracuse was victimized for 24 points and 10 rebounds by Marcquise Reed as Clemson defeated them 67-55 in NCAA action on Saturday.

Bettors who backed Clemson were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as a favorite of -4.5 at sportsbooks.

Clemson got 13 points from Elijah Thomas and another 10 points from Shelton Mitchell. Aamir Simms contributed 5 assists, while Elijah Thomas cleaned the glass with 11 rebounds.

Syracuse got 15 points from Oshae Brissett in a losing cause and another 11 points from Buddy Boeheim. Oshae Brissett contributed 3 assists for them, while Oshae Brissett had 7 rebounds.

Clemson was losing at the break before taking care of business in the second half.

The rebound battle favored Clemson as they grabbed 40 boards, while Syracuse only had 27