In this article, we will formulate a Clemson vs Memphis prediction for this College Basketball game on Saturday, December 14th at Littlejohn Coliseum in Clemson, South Carolina. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this College Basketball matchup.
Clemson Tigers Betting Preview
The Clemson Tigers are 9-1 this year after they defeated Miami by a score of 65-55 in their last game. Clemson led 25-24 at the half, but they scored 40 points to pull away in the second half in the win. The Tigers shot 39.7% from the field, 33.3% on three-pointers, and 83.3% on free throws in the game. Ian Schieffelin led Clemson with 15 points and 12 rebounds in the game.
Prior to that win, the Tigers defeated Kentucky by a score of 70-66 and FAMU by a score of 86-58. Clemson has scored 77.0 points per game and they have allowed 62.4 points per game, while also averaging 38 rebounds and 14.1 assists per game this season. Chase Hunter is averaging 15.9 points, 2.9 rebounds, and 2.3 assists per game, while Clemson is shooting 45.7% from the field, 73.8% on free throws, and 38% on three-pointers this year.
Memphis Tigers Betting Preview
The Memphis Tigers are 7-2 this season after they lost to Arkansas State by a score of 85-72 in their last game. Memphis trailed 42-29 at halftime and couldn’t come back in the second half, despite scoring 43 points. The Tigers shot 35.6% from the field, 31.8% on three-pointers, and 67.6% on free throws in the game. PJ Haggerty led Memphis with 29 points and four steals in the loss.
Prior to that game, the Tigers defeated Louisiana Tech by a score of 81-71 but did lose to Auburn by a score of 90-76 before that. Memphis has scored 80.4 points per game and they have allowed 76.6 points per game, while also averaging 35.2 rebounds and 12.6 assists per game this season. PJ Haggerty is averaging 23.0 points, 5.8 rebounds, and 3.2 assists per game, while Memphis is shooting 46.6% from the field, 73.4% on free throws, and 43.7% on three-pointers this year.
Why Clemson will beat Memphis
- Clemson has won each of its last 12 games against non-conference opponents at Littlejohn Coliseum.
- Clemson has won the first half in each of its last eight games against non-conference opponents at Littlejohn Coliseum.
Why Memphis will beat Clemson
- Memphis has won 31 of its last 35 games when playing with a rest disadvantage.
- Memphis has won the first half in three of its last four games against the Atlantic Coast Conference.
Total Points Facts
- Each of Clemson’s last six games has produced a total of 144 or fewer points.
- Eight of Memphis’ last nine day games against non-conference opponents have produced a total of 152+ points.
Clemson vs Memphis Prediction
Clemson rolls into this game on a six-game winning streak, which includes wins over Miami, Kentucky, and Penn State, while their only loss came against Boise State. The Tigers have been playing very strong defense, as they are allowing just 62.4 points per game this year. Memphis has dropped two of their last three games and while they have a high-powered offense, their defense is not very good. We have seen Memphis get into quite a few shootouts already this season and I think we are in store for another one here, as Clemson should put up plenty of points. Take the over in this game.