Though Clemson lost for a second consecutive game this past Wednesday night at Virginia, it ultimately could be a blessing in disguise.
Why?
The Tigers might have seen the maturation process of its young point guard take a big step forward in Charlottesville, Virginia. Freshman Al-Amir Dawes gave Clemson a spark it needed in the second half as the Tigers nearly rallied to beat the Cavaliers for the first time in seven years.
Clemson, who will host Notre Dame today (6 p.m.) at Littlejohn Coliseum, trailed by 12 points at the break and scored just 14 points in the first half.