Clemson University men’s basketball has earned an at-large bid as a No. 1 seed into the 2023 National Invitation Tournament. The Tigers will face off against Morehead State in the first round at Littlejohn Coliseum on Wednesday, March 15 at 7 p.m. The game will be aired on ESPN+, so fans across the country can tune in to watch this exciting matchup.
Clemson comes into the NIT with a 23-10 record, including a program-record 14 wins in the ACC during the regular season. The Tigers’ win percentage is also the third best in program history. This team has shown their dominance throughout the season, and they are looking to continue their winning ways in the NIT.
This will be Clemson’s 18th appearance in the NIT, and they hold a 19-17 overall record in the event. The Tigers have made the NIT Final Four three times, including the championship game twice. They know what it takes to make a deep run in this tournament, and they will be looking to make some noise once again.
Clemson’s record in ACC games is an impressive 14-6, and they have a 9-4 record against non-conference opponents. The Tigers’ defense has been a major factor in their success this season, as they are second in the ACC with 26.4 defensive rebounds per game led by Hunter Tyson, who averages 8.2 rebounds per game.
Their opponent, Morehead State, has had a successful season as well, with a record of 14-4 in OVC play. However, the Eagles average 11.2 turnovers per game and are 0-1 when committing fewer turnovers than their opponents. Clemson will look to take advantage of this and create turnovers to generate more offensive opportunities.
This first-round matchup between Clemson and Morehead State is sure to be a thrilling game, with both teams hungry for a victory. As the Tigers prepare for this matchup, they will look to rely on their strong defense and solid offensive play to advance to the next round of the NIT. Fans can expect an intense battle on the court, and I, for one, can’t wait to see what happens.
