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Second half surge lifts Tigers past Texas Southern

GREENVILLE — Clemson used a 25-4 run the start the second half two erase a two-point deficit at the break and cruise to a 76-56 victory at Bon Secours Wellness Arena in Greenville.

Led by Jaron Blossomgame and Sidy Djitte, the Tigers dominated the paint with 34 points in the second half and 42 for the game. They outscored the visiting Tigers 34-12 inside in the second half.

Clemson missed six layups in the first half, but in the second half it dominated the paint and the boards, making just about every shot it took in the paint in the final 20 minutes.