Pick details
| MATCHUP | American University Eagles | Clemson Tigers |
|---|---|---|
| Team Records | 0-1 | 1-0 |
| Spread | +18.5 -110 | -18.5 -110 |
| Moneyline | +1400 | -3200 |
| Total | Over 141.5 (-110) | Under 141.5 (-110) |
| Where | Littlejohn Coliseum, Clemson, SC | |
| When | Friday, November 6, 2026 | |
| Time | 07:00 PM EST | |
| TV | ACCNX | |
American vs Clemson Prediction
Clemson is obviously the more talented team and should win, but it’s also a team that’s failed to cover 8 of its last 10 games. Clemson allowed Stetson to hang around in its season opener and didn’t cash that ticket as a 22.5-point favorite. American did play Cincinnati in its opener, which should prepare the Eagles for a game like this, and Collins looks like somebody who could put this program on his back.Clemson is often a defensive machine but sometimes can struggle to find consistent offense to put away opponents. This is a lot of points for Clemson, who probably isn’t super motivated to run the score up. Give me the points with American on Friday night.
American Eagles Betting Preview
The American Eagles lost to Cincinnati, and they play Drexel and Harvard next. American has lost four straight games.
The American Eagles are averaging 53 points on 27.8 percent shooting and allowing 79 points on 42 percent shooting. Madden Collins is averaging 20 points and 2 rebounds, while Julen Iturbe is averaging 10 points and 0 assists. Dean Hogan is dishing 0 assists, and Greg Jones is grabbing 4 rebounds. The American Eagles are shooting 24.1 percent from beyond the arc and 80 percent from the free-throw line. The American Eagles are allowing 29.6 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 31 rebounds per game.
Clemson Tigers Betting Preview
The Clemson Tigers beat Stetson, and they play North Dakota and Georgetown next. Clemson has won 5 of its last 8 games.
The Clemson Tigers are averaging 85 points on 51 percent shooting and allowing 72 points on 48.3 percent shooting. Ace Buckner is averaging 20 points and 4 assists, while Dylan Faulkner is averaging 16 points and 11 rebounds. Cole Certa is the third double-digit scorer, and Liutauras Lelevicius is grabbing 6 rebounds. The Clemson Tigers are shooting 37.5 percent from beyond the arc and 74.3 percent from the free-throw line. The Clemson Tigers are allowing 25 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 29 rebounds per game.
Why the Clemson Tigers will win
- American University has lost each of its last 11 road night games against non-Conference opponents.
- Clemson has won 36 of its last 37 night games against non-Conference opponents at Littlejohn Coliseum.
- American University has lost the first half in eight of its last nine road night games against non-Conference opponents.
Total Points Facts
- Five of American University’s last six road games against non-Conference opponents have produced a total of 146+ points.
- Four of Clemson’s last five games at Littlejohn Coliseum have produced a total of 142+ points.
Matchup/League Facts
- Clemson ranks T19th among Division 1 teams for free throws made per game this season (26.0).
- Clemson ranks T23rd among Division 1 teams for turnovers per game this season (8.0).
- American University ranks T357th among Division 1 teams for field goals made per game this season (15.0).
- American University ranks 354th among Division 1 teams for assist-to-turnover ratio this season (0.39).
Randy Chambers's Pick: American +18.5
