Florida State vs Clemson Picks and Prediction – 1/11/2025

The Florida State Seminoles (11-4, 2-2 ACC) take on Clemson Tigers (12-4, 4-1 ACC) in a pivotal ACC matchup. Florida State is riding a two-game winning streak, including an 80-65 victory over Miami, while Clemson seeks to rebound after a 74-64 loss to Louisville. Dominate the college scene with our College Football picks.

Florida State boasts a potent offense, averaging 79.1 points per game while shooting 47.3% from the field. Forward Jamir Watkins leads with 18.7 points per game, supported by Malique Ewin’s dominance on the boards, averaging 7.5 rebounds. Guard Daquan Davis runs the offense, contributing 2.7 assists per game. 

Defensively, Florida State allows 69.2 points per game, supported by 5.4 blocks, anchored by Taylor Bowen’s rim protection. The Seminoles' aggressive perimeter defense has been a strength, evident in 9.1 steals per game, which could disrupt Clemson’s offense.

Clemson averages 77.6 points per game on 45.9% shooting, spearheaded by Chase Hunter, who scores 17.2 points per game. Ian Schieffelin controls the paint with a stellar 10.8 rebounds per game, providing second-chance opportunities. Jaeden Zackery is the playmaker of the offense with 3.2 assists and contributes defensively with 2.3 steals per game. 

Defensively, Clemson allows 67.3 points per game, and Viktor Lakhin’s 1.8 blocks bolster the interior presence. Despite the loss to Louisville, the Tigers excel at home, holding a 9-1 record at Littlejohn Coliseum, which could play a crucial role in this showdown.

Clemson’s home dominance and balanced scoring give them the edge against Florida State. While the Seminoles bring offensive firepower, the Tigers’ defense and rebounding advantage will stifle Florida State’s attack. Expect a close contest, but Clemson’s ability to protect the home court should secure the victory. Final Score Prediction: Clemson Tigers win 76-71.