On January 18, 2025, the South Carolina Gamecocks men's basketball team faced the Oklahoma Sooners in Norman, Oklahoma. The Gamecocks were seeking their first Southeastern Conference (SEC) win of the season. Despite a strong effort, South Carolina fell to Oklahoma with a final score of 82-62.
Sophomore guard Morris Ugusuk led the team with 15 points, shooting 5-of-11 from the field, including 4-of-9 from beyond the arc, and a perfect 1-of-1 from the free-throw line. He also contributed two rebounds and one assist. Guard Jacobi Wright added 10 points, connecting on 4-of-8 field goals and 2-of-2 three-pointers, along with two rebounds and five assists. Forward Collin Murray-Boyles was a force on the boards, recording a double-double with 11 points and 10 rebounds, while also tallying two assists and five steals.
Off the bench, Arden Conyers contributed six points and two rebounds, while Nick Pringle added five points and four rebounds. The team faced challenges with ball control, committing 16 turnovers, which the Sooners capitalized on. Additionally, the Gamecocks struggled at the free-throw line, converting only 11-of-21 attempts (52.4%).
Overall, the Gamecocks shot 41.2% from the field and 37.5% from three-point range. Despite their efforts, the team was unable to overcome the Sooners, resulting in a final score of 82-62. This game highlighted areas for improvement, particularly in free-throw shooting and ball security.
The Gamecocks will look to regroup as they return home for upcoming games against top-25 opponents, including No. 5 Florida and No. 15 Mississippi State. These matchups present opportunities for South Carolina to secure their first conference win and build momentum moving forward.
This loss marked the Gamecocks' fifth consecutive defeat in SEC play, bringing their conference record to 0-5.