Clemson Tigers vs BYU Cougars NCAAB Betting Pick & Prediction for 12/9

The Clemson Tigers take on the #10 BYU Cougars in a non-conference game at Madison Square Garden. This game is set for Tuesday, December 9, 2025, at 6:30 PM ET. Clemson comes into the game with a record of 7-2, while BYU holds a record of 7-1.

BYU is the favorite, with a spread of -7.5. Clemson, the underdog, has a spread of +7.5. The game will be broadcast on ESPN, and fans can expect an exciting evening of college basketball. The over/under is set at 150.5 points.

Clemson Tigers vs BYU Cougars Game Day Info

  • Sport: College Basketball
  • Teams: Clemson Tigers vs #10 BYU Cougars
  • Venue: Madison Square Garden, New York NY
  • Date: Tuesday, December 9, 2025 at 6:30 PM ET
  • Betting Odds: BYU Cougars -7.5, Clemson Tigers +7.5

Clemson Tigers Team Preview

The Clemson Tigers have a current season record of 7-2. They have been solid at home with a 5-0 record, but their away games have been more challenging, standing at 2-2. In their most recent game against Alabama, the Tigers lost by 6 points with a score of 84-90.

Offensively, the Tigers are scoring an average of 85.1 points per game. They rank 68th in points per game and are effective from the free-throw line with a 74.9% success rate. The team also secures a strong 42.4 rebounds per game, placing them 28th in the nation.

Key players for the Tigers include RJ Godfrey, who has averaged 12.1 points and 6.4 rebounds per game. Dillon Hunter adds 9.2 points and 3.6 rebounds on average. The Tigers will look to improve their away performance as they continue the season.

BYU Cougars Team Preview

BYU Cougars are performing well this season. They hold a 7-1 record, with a strong 5-1 at home. Their offense is scoring 85.2 points per game, ranking them 66th in the nation.

The Cougars are effective in shooting, with a field goal percentage of 49.4%. They make 9.1 three-pointers per game, shooting at 37.1%. On defense, they are averaging 8.2 steals and 4.0 blocks per game.

Key players include AJ Dybantsa and Robert O. Wright III. Dybantsa averages 19.4 points and 6.4 rebounds per game. Wright III adds 16.9 points and 4.0 rebounds per game, contributing significantly to the team’s success.

BTB Betting Pick

Clemson is set to cover the spread of +7.5 against BYU. The Tigers average 85.1 points per game, and BYU averages 85.2. Both teams have similar scoring abilities, which suggests a close game. Given this, Clemson has a good chance to stay within the 7.5-point spread.

The game is likely to go over the total of 150.5 points. Clemson and BYU both score over 85 points per game. With both teams having efficient offenses, the projected score could easily surpass 150.5. Therefore, betting on the over is a solid choice.