Virginia's Edge in Key Matchups | Clemson Basketball News

Clemson Tigers Basketball Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 20, 2026 · 1m

Virginia’s got a tough road game at Clemson, but the stats point to a clear edge for the Hoos. Mallory vs. Foster? Mallory’s agility wins. Certa’s hot last year? He’ll be hungry — but Virginia’s guards have answers. Lewis and Lelevicius are evenly matched, but Lewis’ consistency edges him out. And then there’s De Ridder vs. Thompson — a mismatch that screams Virginia dominance. Add in Grunloh’s expected wrecking ball performance against an injured Clemson frontcourt, and it’s shaping up to be a blowout in Charlottesville. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow…