TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Dillon Hunter delivered an outstanding performance, scoring a personal-best 17 points as the No. 23 ranked Clemson Tigers dominated the Florida State Seminoles, securing a decisive 72-46 victory on Saturday.
Clemson’s Ian Schieffelin contributed significantly with 14 points and 12 rebounds, marking the team’s third consecutive win. The Tigers have also extended their winning streak against Florida State to six games.
For Florida State (15-10, 6-8), Jamir Watkins was the top scorer with 12 points. However, the Seminoles struggled to find their rhythm, finishing well below their season-low scoring average, with the previous record set at 57 points during a game against Clemson earlier in January.
Clemson’s defensive strategy effectively contained Florida State star Malique Ewin, who has recorded nine double-doubles this season, holding him to just six points and six rebounds.
Hunter showcased his shooting prowess, going 7-for-11 from the field, while the team collectively shot 29 out of 61 attempts, translating to a 47.5% shooting percentage.
**Insights:**
Clemson outperformed Florida State in all aspects of the game, establishing a commanding lead that swelled to as much as 27 points during the second half. The Tigers displayed impressive three-point shooting after halftime, hitting 5 of 11 from beyond the arc.
On the other hand, Florida State lacked energy throughout the match, managing only a 34 percent shooting rate from the field (18 of 53). The Seminoles have struggled to secure a victory against any ranked team this season.
**Crucial Moment:**
The turning point came early when Clemson initiated a 10-0 run, establishing a commanding 22-7 lead with 10:30 left in the first half, and they maintained control for the remainder of the game.
**Statistical Highlight:**
Clemson secured 11 offensive rebounds, leading to a total of 23 points from second-chance opportunities, underscoring their dominance on the boards.
**Next Matchups:**
Clemson will take a break before facing SMU on February 22, while Florida State is set to host Miami on Wednesday.
