The 'Len' Zone
Notre Dame vs. Clemson:
A Tough Road Loss
Notre Dame faced a setback, losing to Clemson 83-68.

by Len Clark

Game Summary: A Tale of Two Halves
First Half Promise
Notre Dame showed early strength. They led 22-21 at one point. Burton and Davis made key plays.
Clemson's Surge
Clemson ended the half strong. They went on a 20-9 run. Schieffelin led the charge.
Second Half Struggles
The Irish cut the lead. Clemson responded quickly. They stretched the lead back to double digits.
Burton's Standout Performance
30 Points
Burton scored 30 points. He showed offensive prowess. His efforts kept Notre Dame competitive.
5 Assists
He also recorded 5 assists. Burton facilitated plays. He demonstrated his all-around game.
12-13 FT
Burton excelled at free throws. He shot 12-13 from the line. He scored efficiently when fouled.
Key Clemson Players

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Ian Schieffelin
Schieffelin led Clemson with 24 points and 9 rebounds.

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Viktor Lakhin
Lakhin contributed 18 points and 5 assists.

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Jake Heidbreder
Heidbreder added 14 points, shooting 4-7 from three-point range.
Injuries Impact Notre Dame
Shrewsberry's Absence
Braeden Shrewsberry is out for the season. He has an abdominal injury. His loss is a blow to the team.
Allocco's Injury
Matt Allocco is sidelined with a wrist injury. He is an important player on the team.
ACC Standings and Tournament Hopes

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Tough Spot
Notre Dame is 12-16 overall. They are 6-11 in ACC play.
Offensive Efficiency Comparison
Clemson's offense was more efficient. Their balanced attack proved difficult. Notre Dame struggled to keep pace.
Next Game: Wake Forest
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Upcoming Match
Notre Dame plays Wake Forest next. The game is Saturday, March 1st in Winston-Salem, N.C.
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Keys to Victory
They must improve defense. They need to support Burton. A team effort is essential.