New-look Clemson Basketball Team Shines in Season Opener
The Clemson Tigers, under coach Brad Brownell, started the 2025-26 season with a dominating 88-38 victory over New Hampshire at Littlejohn Coliseum. This game marked significant change, featuring the most transfers in Brownell’s tenure and a roster largely rebuilt.
Season Opener Highlights
- Only one player in the lineup had played for Clemson last year.
- Clemson used 12 players in the game, showcasing a deep, fresh squad.
- The Tigers' 50-point win surpassed the already large 41.5-point spread.
Team Composition and Transfers
The roster comprised approximately 76% new players, emphasizing a fresh start:
- Transfers making their debut: Nick Davidson (Nevada), Jake Wahlin (Utah), Carter Welling (Utah Valley State), Jestin Porter (MTSU), Butta Johnson (UAB).
- RJ Godfrey, a former Clemson player, returned after spending a season at Georgia.
- Newcomers included true freshmen Zac Foster, Chase Thompson, Trent Steinhour, along with redshirt freshmen Ace Buckner and Dallas Thomas.
“We’ve still got to figure everybody out,” said Brad Brownell after the game.
Context of the Matchup
New Hampshire, which went 8-24 last season and ranked near the bottom (355th out of 364) in Division I NET rankings, faced a much more talented Clemson team. The Tigers' overwhelming win was expected but crucial for team chemistry.
Author's Summary
This season opener highlighted Clemson’s rebuilding phase with a predominantly new roster, underlining both the promise and the challenges a fresh team faces.
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