GREENVILLE, S.C. (Interstat) — Clemson survived a furious second-half rally from Cincinnati to secure a 68-65 men’s basketball victory Sunday at Bi-Lo Center.

The Tigers built a 20-point halftime lead, but the Bearcats stormed back after the break, outscoring Clemson 47-30 in the second half. Day Day Thomas led Cincinnati with 17 points, while Moustapha Thiam added 15 points and five rebounds. Dillon Hunter paced Clemson with 10 points, seven rebounds and four assists. Nick Davidson and Carter Welling each scored in double figures for the Tigers.

Clemson improved to 10-3 overall. Cincinnati fell to 7-5. Attendance was 4,065.