Top-Five Showdown: No. 5 LSU Tigers vs. No. 2 South Carolina Gamecocks – January 24, 2025

The upcoming matchup between the South Carolina Gamecocks and the LSU Tigers is set for tomorrow, Friday, January 24, 2025, at 5 p.m. EST at Colonial Life Arena in Columbia, South Carolina.  This game was rescheduled from Thursday due to travel complications caused by Winter Storm Enzo. 

This highly anticipated game carries additional intrigue due to a notable incident in their last meeting. During the SEC Championship game in March 2024, a physical altercation occurred between the two teams, leading to multiple player ejections.  Such events often heighten competitive tensions, potentially influencing team dynamics and strategies in subsequent encounters.

Both teams enter this game with impressive records. LSU, ranked fifth, remains undefeated with a 20-0 record, while second-ranked South Carolina stands at 18-1, currently on a 13-game winning streak following a loss to UCLA.  The combination of their past encounter and current performances sets the stage for a compelling and intense game.

As the South Carolina Gamecocks prepare to host the LSU Tigers, both teams bring impressive statistics into this highly anticipated matchup.

Team Statistics:

Points Per Game (PPG):

LSU: 90.6
South Carolina: 82.7

Rebounds Per Game (RPG):

LSU: 45.0
South Carolina: 39.6

Assists Per Game (APG):

LSU: 15.9
South Carolina: 16.8

Turnovers Per Game (TPG):

LSU: 14.3
South Carolina: 12.0

Points Allowed Per Game:

LSU: 62.2
South Carolina: 55.1

Key Players:

LSU:

Flau'Jae Johnson (Guard):
Points Per Game: 20.0
Rebounds Per Game: 6.1
Assists Per Game: 2.9

South Carolina:

Joyce Edwards (Forward):
Points Per Game: 12.1
Rebounds Per Game: 4.9
Assists Per Game: 1.2

These statistics highlight South Carolina’s defensive prowess and challenging schedule, while LSU showcases a high-scoring offense and an unblemished record. The combination of their past encounter and current performances sets the stage for a compelling and intense game.