After a grueling road trip in which they surprised many doubters by going 2-1, Virginia Tech returns home to Cassell to host the Clemson Tigers. The Hokies faced the ACC’s top 2 teams, Virginia and Duke, along with Georgia Tech, all on their home floors. Despite what experts said, they were able to get wins against Virginia and Georgia Tech.
The Hokies are one of the ACC’s hotter teams, and have inched their way into a tie for 6th in the conference. Now, they face a Clemson team that has quietly been one of the biggest surprises in the nation. Clemson has certainly shocked many basketball experts this season. In what was likely a do-or-die season for coach Brad Brownell, his experienced roster has slowly inched their way into the top 15 with a 20-6 record. Now, Brownell is a top contender for ACC Coach of the Year alongside UVA’s Tony Bennett. Many expected a decent season from the Tigers, but few expected this much success. Clemson’s NCAA status is not dependent on this game. However, this matchup still brings urgency as they are fighting for a top 4 seed in the ACC Tournament. They are only half a game ahead of NC State and a game ahead of the Hokies for the final double-bye. Meanwhile, the Hokies would love to capitalize on this opportunity for a Quadrant 1 victory against a RPI top-30 team. In addition, they too are only a game behind 4th place. While this game is not necessarily vital for their NCAA hopes, their chances at a double-bye would take a big hit with a loss to the Tigers. Fortunately for Tech, the Tigers have lost two in a row. Not only that, but Clemson is also dealing with critical injuries. Senior leader and all-around star Donte Grantham tore his ACL in January, and point guard Shelton Mitchell is dealing with a concussion. Mitchell is still listed as questionable, but Brownell said Tuesday evening that he would not play. Clemson has not been the same team without Grantham, and Mitchell’s absence will certainly hold them back.See what's trending
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