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Clemson Downs North Carolina 79-76 - Match Report

Clemson got 20 points from Aamir Simms en route to a 79-76 victory over North Carolina on Saturday at Dean E. Smith Center.

Clemson was the ATS victor, as they covered the +3.0-point spread as an underdog.

Tevin Mack had 17 points for Clemson and John Newman III chipped in with 17 points. Aamir Simms had 6 assists for them, while Aamir Simms was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 8 boards.

North Carolina got a 27-point performance from Brandon Robinson, who was supported by 21 points from Armando Bacot. Andrew Platek had 6 assists in a losing cause for North Carolina, while Garrison Brooks grabbed 11 rebounds.

Clemson trailed at halftime, $HalfScore.

The rebound battle favored North Carolina as they grabbed 38 boards, while Clemson only had 36

Clemson looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Duke. North Carolina will aim to get back on the winning track at Pittsburgh.