The Cardinals recently went through a tough stretch, playing four consecutive games against teams in the top five of the ACC standings. Their most recent loss came at home against Virginia, where they fell 69-52. On the other hand, Clemson suffered a heartbreaking 72-71 defeat at the hands of Duke.
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What sets the Cardinals apart is their balanced scoring, with seven players contributing eight points or more in each of their last two wins. In fact, this has occurred three times this season. The team’s depth is a strength, with 10 different players contributing points in their last game against Wake Forest. Louisville has seven players who average six points or more per game.
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This game promises to be an exciting matchup between two talented teams. Kentucky comes into this game with a 7-5 record, while Clemson boasts an impressive 10-2 record. Both teams will be looking to end their season on a high note with a victory.
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Despite the potential challenges, UK’s offensive coordinator, Liam Coen, acknowledges that Clemson poses a significant threat. Coen describes Clemson as being built like an SEC program, with strong depth upfront and a talented front seven. He emphasizes that Clemson plays a lot of man coverage and applies pressure with a five-man rush, requiring Kentucky’s offense to be on top of their game.
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Clemson, ranked No. 22, has consistently achieved double-digit win totals for the past 12 seasons. However, this year they currently hold an 8-4 record. Head coach Dabo Swinney boasts an impressive resume, with eight Atlantic Coast Conference titles and two national championships under his belt. The Tigers reigned supreme in 2016 and again in 2018.