Taking advantage of a GOLDEN opportunity
The gold medal the Tigers brought home around their necks from the World University Games may mean more to this year's team than we think.
U.S. Captures World University Games Gold Medal
John Newman III scored a game-high 20 points with a team-high seven rebounds, as the United States, comprised of 2019-20 Clemson players, defeated Ukraine 85-63 to win the gold medal in the World University Games at Palasport Del Mauro.
USA Looks for Gold in Rematch with Ukraine
The United States will play for a Gold Medal in Thursday’s rematch with Ukraine at 8 p.m. (2 p.m. ET).
Simms Powers USA to Gritty Victory over Israel
Aamir Simms posted an ultra-impressive performance in the 2019 World University Games semifinal against Israel, scoring 27 points and grabbing 16 rebounds to help the United States secure a spot in the gold medal match on Thursday night.
USA Earns Gritty Victory Over Germany, 76-74
The USA will play tomorrow night at 5:30 p.m. (11:30 a.m. ET) against Israel.
USA Finishes Pool Play 3-0 with 99-70 Rout of China
Clemson has been representing the USA, and that continued on Saturday in Naples, Italy.
USA Moves to 2-0 in Pool Play with 58-57 Win Over Ukraine
Clemson's men jumped out to an 11-1 advantage early in the first quarter, held that same 11-point lead after the third quarter and was able to hang on for a one-point victory to move to 2-0 in pool play.
Clemson wins opener 69-65, prepping Dawes for 2019
The Clemson basketball team entered the World University games hampered by injuries. Can they win the gold with a few veterans, four transfers, and three freshman guards?
