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Clemson's Late Rally Stuns West Virginia in Classic Matchup

11/23/2025

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Summary

Story summary

The West Virginia Mountaineers lost their first road game of the 2025 season, 70-67 to the Clemson Tigers at Shriners Children's Charleston Classic.
Clemson rallied with a late 24-11 run after West Virginia led by as many as 11 points, with Clemson guard Carter Welling providing crucial late-game points.
Colorado State guard Kyle Jorgensen scored a career-high in the second half as Colorado State lost 83-81 to Denver.

History

Historical Context

The 1985 NCAA Basketball Tournament marked a turning point in college sports, as eighth-seed Villanova defeated top-ranked Georgetown 66-64 on April 1, 1985, in what is considered one of the biggest upsets in tournament history. This victory not only secured Villanova's first national championship but also highlighted the unpredictable nature of the tournament, reshaping fan engagement and expectations in college basketball.

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Story summary

The West Virginia Mountaineers lost their first road game of the 2025 season, 70-67 to the Clemson Tigers at Shriners Children's Charleston Classic.
Clemson rallied with a late 24-11 run after West Virginia led by as many as 11 points, with Clemson guard Carter Welling providing crucial late-game points.
Colorado State guard Kyle Jorgensen scored a career-high in the second half as Colorado State lost 83-81 to Denver.

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