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Notre Dame Defeats Clemson 61-57 - Recap

Notre Dame got 18 points from Rex Pflueger en route to a 61-57 victory over Clemson on Sunday at Littlejohn Coliseum.

Bettors who backed Notre Dame were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as a favorite of -2.0 at sportsbooks.

John Mooney had 16 points for Notre Dame and T.J. Gibbs chipped in with 10 points. T.J. Gibbs had 3 assists for them, while John Mooney was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 11 boards.

Clemson got 16 points from Alex Hemenway in a losing cause and another 16 points from Tevin Mack. Clyde Trapp contributed 4 assists for them, while Trey Jemison had 7 rebounds.

Notre Dame trailed at halftime, $HalfScore.

Notre Dame had a 30-29 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.

Notre Dame heads into a battle against Virginia. Clemson, meanwhile, will have their next action against Pittsburgh.