GREENVILLE — Jordan Roper hit a career-high seven three-point goals to lead Clemson to its first ACC win of the season, 84-75 over Florida State in the Tigers’ home opener at Bon Secours Wellness Arena.
Clemson moved to 8-6 on the season, 1-1 in league play. FSU fell to 10-3 overall, 0-1 in the ACC.
Roper posted 23 points to lead the Tigers to an impressive performance Saturday. Clemson’s win was the program’s first at home against Florida State since 2011-12, Brad Brownell’s second season as head coach. Roper was 7-10 from three, eclipsing his previous best of six made threes set last season against Boston College.