Clemson secured a decisive 97-59 victory over Gardner-Webb at Littlejohn Coliseum on Friday night.
Gardner-Webb (0-2) faced foul trouble early, with starters Julius Clark and Curtis Williams each picking up three fouls in the first half and fouling out within the first 10 minutes of the second half.
"Sims and Jacob Hudson led the Runnin' Bulldogs with 11 points each."
The Tigers (2-0) began strong with a 14-3 run before Gardner-Webb's Spence Sims hit a 3-pointer. Clemson has now won its first two games by wide margins — 50 and 38 points — marking the 10th time in program history with such dominant starts.
“It’s the first time since 2009-10 the Tigers won their first two games by 35 or more points.”
Clemson will next play on November 11, hosting Morehead State at 7 p.m.
Clemson showcased strong offense and depth in a commanding win, building on an impressive start to the season with historic early margins.