Clemson forward Nick Davidson delivered a dominant performance on both ends of the floor, leading the Tigers to a comfortable 89-78 victory over Boston College on Tuesday night. Davidson finished with a career-high 26 points to go along with 12 rebounds, a double-double that the Eagles had no answer for. The win was a crucial one for Clemson, as they look to keep pace in a crowded ACC.

Setting the Tone Early

Clemson came out with energy and purpose, jumping out to a 10-2 lead and never looking back. The Tigers' offense was clicking on all cylinders, as they shot an impressive 55% from the field in the first half. Davidson was the catalyst, scoring 16 of his 26 points in the opening frame. He was aggressive from the start, attacking the rim and knocking down mid-range jumpers. By halftime, Clemson had built a commanding 49-32 lead, and the game was well in hand.

A Complete Performance from Davidson

While his scoring was impressive, it was Davidson's all-around game that truly stood out. He was a force on the glass, grabbing 12 rebounds, including 5 on the offensive end. He also played stellar defense, blocking 2 shots and altering several others. It was a complete performance from the junior forward, one that showcased his versatility and his importance to this Clemson team. Boston College threw multiple defenders at him, but none could slow him down.

Welling's Thunderous Dunk

While Davidson was the star of the show, the highlight of the night belonged to Clemson center Carter Welling. The 7-footer threw down a monstrous dunk over a Boston College defender in the second half, a play that brought the Littlejohn Coliseum crowd to its feet. The dunk was the exclamation point on a dominant performance from the Tigers, and it will surely be a staple on highlight reels for weeks to come.

Looking Ahead

With the win, Clemson improves to 13-3 on the season and 4-2 in ACC play. The Tigers are off to their best start in years, and they look like a legitimate contender in the conference. They'll face a tough road test on Saturday when they travel to face a ranked North Carolina team. For Boston College, the loss drops them to 10-6 and 2-4 in the ACC. The Eagles have now lost three straight, and they'll need to turn things around quickly if they want to make a run at the NCAA Tournament. They'll have a chance to get back on track on Saturday when they host Virginia Tech.