This time Clemson finished the game

CLEMSON, S.C. — This time Clemson finished the job.

The last time the Tigers were at Littlejohn Coliseum, they blew a 23-point lead in a devastating two-point loss to Boston College.

But in Saturday’s 75-48 victory over Pittsburgh, the Tigers (11-8, 3-5 ACC) did not let up after taking an 11-point lead into the locker room at halftime. If anything, they played even better in the second half.

Led by P.J. Hall’s 16 points and strong performance from guards Al-Amir Dawes and Chase Hunter, Clemson outscored Pitt, 37-21, in the second half to snap a three-game losing streak in what was a much need win for the Tigers.

Clemson led 38-27 at halftime before routing the Panthers in the second half.

Dawes finished with a game-high 19 points, while dishing out three assists and grabbing four rebounds.

Pitt (7-12, 2-6 ACC) was led by John Hugley’s 15 points and eight rebounds.

Key Play: With Clemson holding a 46-36 lead, Al-Amir Dawes drained a three-pointer from the right wing with 15:31 to play. From that point, the Tigers dominated play as they led by as many xxx on their way to snapping a three-game losing streak

Player of the Game: P.J. Hall led the Tigers with 16 points on 4-of-5 shooting. He also was 6-of-8 from the foul line.

Coach’s decision: Clemson head coach Brad Brownell made a good decision by starting guard Chase Hunter for the first time this season. Hunter, who is 6-foot-3, 204 pounds responded by scoring 13 points on 4-of-4 shooting. He also had five rebounds, three assists and more importantly zero turnovers.

Stat of the game: Clemson won its first ACC game at Littlejohn Coliseum this year. The Tigers were 0-2 in home conference games coming in after winning 12 straight ACC game at Littlejohn in 2020-’21.

Injuries: There were no injuries.

Up Next: Clemson will play at No. 6 Duke on Tuesday. Tip is set for 7 p.m. at Cameron Indoor Stadium in Durham, N.C.