The Clemson Insider · Jan 23
Clemson Moves up in ESPN’s Latest Power Rankings
Despite Tuesday’s overtime loss at home to NC State, Clemson moved up in ESPN’s latest men’s college basketball power rankings.
The 80-76 loss to the Wolfpack marked the first loss in ACC play for the Tigers (16-4, 6-1 ACC).
Prior to that, Clemson had won nine consecutive games overall this season and a program-record 14 straight ACC regular season games dating back to last season. The Tigers had also been undefeated at home this season, and had won 14 straight games at Littlejohn Coliseum dating back to last season, before falling to NC State.
Even with the loss, Clemson moved up to No. 21 in ESPN’s updated power rankings. The Tigers were previously ranked No. 23.