Mia Moore’s Double-Double Leads Tigers To 72-51 Win Against Mercer

Mia Moore recorded a double-double with 20 points and 10 rebounds, leading Clemson to a 72-51 victory over Mercer. The Tigers improved to 2-0, with senior guard Rachel Rose contributing 16 points and Taylor Johnson-Matthews adding 11. Clemson’s defense limited Mercer to 34% shooting and did not allow a field goal in the final 7:26 of the game. This marks Clemson’s sixth consecutive win against Mercer, extending their all-time series lead to 9-2.

By the NumbersMia Moore achieved her 14th career double-double with 20 points and 10 rebounds.Clemson restricted Mercer to 34% shooting from the field (18-of-53). State of PlayClemson holds a 6-0 record against Mercer under Coach Poppie.The Tigers have featured the same starting lineup for two consecutive games. What’s Next

Clemson is set to face off against a rival in Columbia, S.C., on November 11, with a key point in the Palmetto Series on the line, airing on ESPN2.

Bottom Line

The Tigers are demonstrating strong team cohesion and defensive prowess early in the season, positioning themselves as a contender in upcoming matchups.