The South Carolina Gamecocks (10-7, 0-4 SEC) are set to face the Oklahoma Sooners (13-4, 0-4 SEC) on Saturday, January 18, 2025, at the Lloyd Noble Center in Norman, Oklahoma. The game is scheduled to tip off at 4:00 p.m. ET and will be broadcast on ESPNU.
Team Overviews:
South Carolina Gamecocks: The Gamecocks are aiming to secure their first conference win of the season, currently on a four-game losing streak in SEC play. Key player: Collin Murray-Boyles leads the team with an average of 15.8 points and 9.1 rebounds per game. A key factor in the Gamecocks' loss to Vanderbilt was turnovers. South Carolina currently ranks 13th in the 16- team SEC for turnovers per game, averaging 12.2.
Oklahoma Sooners: The Sooners also seek their first SEC victory, holding an 8-2 record at home. Key player: Senior forward Jalon Moore averages 18.1 points per game and has been particularly effective over the last five contests, averaging 19.8 points and 6.8 rebounds while shooting 61.4% from the field. University of Oklahoma
Statistical Comparisons:
Points Per Game: Oklahoma: 80.7, South Carolina: 72.2
Points Allowed Per Game: Oklahoma: 71.4, South Carolina: 68.1
Betting Odds:
Oklahoma is favored by 7.5 points, with an over/under set at 142.5 points.
Series History:
This matchup marks the sixth meeting between the two teams, with Oklahoma leading the series 4-1 and winning the last three encounters. Both teams are eager to break their respective losing streaks and secure their first conference win, setting the stage for a competitive and pivotal game.