Georgetown Holds Off Clemson for 79-74 Victory
Saturday, November 15, 2025, 12:00 PM ET · Capital One Arena
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Who won Clemson Tigers vs Georgetown Hoyas?
Georgetown Hoyas beat Clemson Tigers 79-74 at Capital One Arena on November 15, 2025.
In a tightly contested matchup, the Georgetown Hoyas emerged victorious against the Clemson Tigers with a final score of 79-74 at the Capital One Arena. This victory marks Georgetown's perfect home record, improving to 5-0 at home this season, while Clemson falls to 3-2 overall.
Georgetown entered the game with a recent form of 5-5 over their last ten games, but they were riding a three-game winning streak. Their scoring average during this stretch was 76.1 points per game, while they allowed an average of 74.8 points. In their last five games, they maintained a record of 3-2, with an average of 76.8 points scored and 70.8 points allowed. Their most recent victory came against the Binghamton Bearcats, where they won 83-70.
Clemson, on the other hand, was in strong form, boasting a 9-1 record in their last ten games and also riding a three-game winning streak. They averaged 77.4 points scored and only allowed 59.4 points during this stretch. Their last game resulted in an impressive 83-56 win against Morehead State. Despite their strong performance, they struggled to keep pace with Georgetown in this matchup.
At home, Georgetown has been solid, achieving a 4-2 record, while Clemson's away record stands at 3-1. This fixture was particularly interesting as both teams had shown resilience and scoring ability in their recent games, making the contest a must-watch.
In terms of previous meetings, there were no specific details provided about past encounters between these two teams, but the current form suggested a competitive game. The injury picture was not detailed in the block, so both teams appeared to be at full strength for this matchup.
The market had priced Georgetown as the favorites with a home win probability of 1.0, indicating a strong expectation for their performance in front of their home crowd.
The game conditions were conducive to a high-energy performance, and viewers were treated to a thrilling second half. Key moments included a series of scoring plays from both sides, showcasing the offensive capabilities of both teams. Notable plays included KJ Lewis making pivotal free throws and jumpers, while Jake Wahlin contributed with critical three-point shots that kept the game close.
As the game progressed, Georgetown managed to maintain their lead, with significant contributions from players like Vince Iwuchukwu and Malik Mack. The final moments saw Georgetown fend off a late charge from Clemson, ultimately sealing the victory.
Overall, this matchup highlighted Georgetown's ability to perform under pressure at home, while Clemson will look to regroup and build on their strong start to the season.
Leaders
- PointsKJ Lewis26Georgetown Hoyas
- AssistsMalik Mack7Georgetown Hoyas
- ReboundsCaleb Williams6Georgetown Hoyas
- PointsCarter Welling14Clemson Tigers
- AssistsZac Foster4Clemson Tigers
- ReboundsJake Wahlin7Clemson Tigers
Recent form
Georgetown Hoyas
Last 10: 5-5Streak W376.1 scored · 74.8 allowed per game4-2 at home
- W83-70vs Binghamton BearcatsNov 12
- W70-60at Maryland TerrapinsNov 7
- W87-70vs Morgan State BearsNov 3
- L67-71vs DePaul Blue DemonsMar 12
- L77-83at DePaul Blue DemonsMar 8
- W75-73vs Villanova WildcatsMar 5
- L61-76vs Marquette Golden EaglesMar 2
- L79-93at UConn HuskiesFeb 26
- L69-80at Creighton BluejaysFeb 23
- W93-72vs Providence FriarsFeb 20
Clemson Tigers
Last 10: 9-1Streak W377.4 scored · 59.4 allowed per game3-1 away
- W83-56vs Morehead State EaglesNov 12
- W97-59vs Gardner-Webb Runnin' BulldogsNov 8
- W88-38vs New Hampshire WildcatsNov 4
- L73-76at Louisville CardinalsMar 15
- W57-54vs SMU MustangsMar 14
- W65-47vs Virginia Tech HokiesMar 8
- W78-69at Boston College EaglesMar 6
- W71-58at Virginia CavaliersMar 1
- W83-68vs Notre Dame Fighting IrishFeb 27
- W79-69at SMU MustangsFeb 22
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Duke | 35-3 | - | 17-1 |
| Virginia | 30-6 | 2 | 15-3 |
| Miami | 26-9 | 4 | 13-5 |
| North Carolina | 24-9 | 5 | 12-6 |
| Clemson | 24-11 | 5 | 12-6 |
| Louisville | 24-11 | 6 | 11-7 |
| NC State | 20-14 | 7 | 10-8 |
| Florida State | 18-15 | 7 | 10-8 |
| California | 22-12 | 8 | 9-9 |
| Stanford | 20-13 | 8 | 9-9 |
| Virginia Tech | 19-13 | 9 | 8-10 |
| SMU | 20-14 | 9 | 8-10 |
| Wake Forest | 18-17 | 10 | 7-11 |
| Syracuse | 15-17 | 11 | 6-12 |
| Pittsburgh | 13-20 | 12 | 5-13 |
| Notre Dame | 13-18 | 13 | 4-14 |
| Boston College | 11-20 | 13 | 4-14 |
| Georgia Tech | 11-20 | 15 | 2-16 |
| St. John's | 30-7 | - | 18-2 |
| UConn | 34-6 | 1 | 17-3 |
| Villanova | 24-9 | 3 | 15-5 |
| Seton Hall | 21-12 | 8 | 10-10 |
| Creighton | 16-18 | 9 | 9-11 |
| DePaul | 16-16 | 10 | 8-12 |
| Butler | 16-16 | 11 | 7-13 |
| Providence | 15-18 | 11 | 7-13 |
| Marquette | 12-20 | 11 | 7-13 |
| Georgetown | 16-18 | 12 | 6-14 |
| Xavier | 15-18 | 12 | 6-14 |
Box score
| Stat | Clemson Tigers | Georgetown Hoyas |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 25-61 | 24-53 |
| Field goal % | 41 | 45 |
| Three-pointers | 10-29 | 6-17 |
| Three-point % | 34 | 35 |
| Free throws | 14-20 | 25-32 |
| Free throw % | 70 | 78 |
| Rebounds | 36 | 35 |
| Offensive rebounds | 11 | 6 |
| Defensive rebounds | 25 | 29 |
| Assists | 14 | 16 |
| Steals | 4 | 8 |
| Blocks | 3 | 3 |
| Turnovers | 10 | 8 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 10 | 9 |
| Fast-break points | 13 | 18 |
| Points in the paint | 26 | 28 |
| Fouls | 22 | 17 |
| Largest lead | 7 | 10 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half46-44Nick Davidson made Layup. Assisted by Zac Foster.
- 2nd Half46-46KJ Lewis made Dunk.
- 2nd Half48-46Ace Buckner made Jumper.
- 2nd Half48-48Isaiah Abraham made Jumper. Assisted by Caleb Williams.
- 2nd Half48-51Malik Mack made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Caleb Williams.
- 2nd Half50-51Dillon Hunter made Jumper.
- 2nd Half50-53KJ Lewis made Jumper. Assisted by Caleb Williams.
- 2nd Half50-54KJ Lewis made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half50-55KJ Lewis made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half51-55Carter Welling made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half51-57Malik Mack made Layup. Assisted by KJ Lewis.
- 2nd Half51-58Vince Iwuchukwu made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half51-60Caleb Williams made Layup. Assisted by Malik Mack.
- 2nd Half53-60RJ Godfrey made Jumper. Assisted by Zac Foster.
- 2nd Half53-61Vince Iwuchukwu made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half53-62Vince Iwuchukwu made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half54-62RJ Godfrey made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half54-63Malik Mack made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half54-64Malik Mack made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half56-64Nick Davidson made Layup.
- 2nd Half56-65KJ Lewis made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half56-66KJ Lewis made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half57-66Zac Foster made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half58-66Zac Foster made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half59-66Zac Foster made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half61-66Carter Welling made Dunk. Assisted by Zac Foster.
- 2nd Half62-66Zac Foster made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half63-66Zac Foster made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half63-68KJ Lewis made Layup.
- 2nd Half66-68Dillon Hunter made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Zac Foster.
- 2nd Half66-69DeShawn Harris-Smith made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half66-70DeShawn Harris-Smith made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half68-70Nick Davidson made Jumper.
- 2nd Half68-72Vince Iwuchukwu made Dunk. Assisted by Malik Mack.
- 2nd Half68-74KJ Lewis made Layup.
- 2nd Half68-75KJ Lewis made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half68-77KJ Lewis made Jumper.
- 2nd Half71-77Jake Wahlin made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half74-77Jake Wahlin made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Dillon Hunter.
- 2nd Half74-79Vince Iwuchukwu made Jumper. Assisted by Malik Mack.
Win probability
Above the line favours Georgetown Hoyas, below favours Clemson Tigers.
Venue
- Capital One ArenaWashington, DC
- Attendance8562
- OfficialsJames Breeding, Tony Henderson, Tommy Morrissey
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