Clemson Tigers News: Basketball victories, Dabo Swinney

Good morning Clemson Nation! Here is today’s Clemson Tigers News.

Scoreboard

Clemson Women’s Basketball 71, Winthrop 41: The Tigers get basketball season started off right with a 30-point victory over the Eagles.

Amanda Butler picked up her 300th career win (70th with Clemson). Amari Robinson scored 22 points and six rebounds. Madi Cluse and Ruby Whitehorn contributed 14 and 13 points respectively.

The Tigers shot 75% from the floor in the third period to extend their lead. Every player saw the floor during the game.

Clemson Men’s Basketball 78, Winthrop 56: The Tigers continue a solid opening day with a 22-point victory over the Eagles.

Read Marty Coleman’s recap here

Dabo Swinney speaks on his (pre-recorded) call-in show

As usual, head coach Dabo Swinney spoke on the Monday call-in show, one week after the infamous Tyler From Spartanburg call. Due to the MBB game, it was pre-recorded this time.

Swinney spoke on his demeanor going into the Notre Dame game.

"“Hopefully I don’t have to get everybody mad again to make them show up this week. But if that’s what it takes, I’ll do it.”"

Was he referring to his team, or the fans? Probably both. I’ve said several times that what Swinney needs to say for the team often doesn’t sync with what the fans want to hear, but this time the fans get what they want. Swinney was as frustrated as they were, and he decided to light a fire.

Four Tigers were cited by the ACC as Players Of The Week for their win over Notre Dame

• Phil Mafah: Running Back of the Week
• Will Putnam: Offensive Lineman of the Week
• Jeremiah Trotter: Linebacker of the Week
• Aidan Swanson: Specialist of the Week

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