South Carolina Gamecocks vs Missouri Tigers Betting Picks & Predictions
In this content, two opponents are set to compete on the basketball court in the Show-Me State, in search of a win. The South Carolina team suffered a heavy defeat of 74-47
Game outlook
In this content, two opponents are set to compete on the basketball court in the Show-Me State, in search of a win. The South Carolina team suffered a heavy defeat of 74-47 in their previous game against Alabama, failing to cover the line as a 12.5-point underdog. Similarly, Missouri also faced a loss of 90-77 against #6 Kentucky in their previous match, failing to cover the line as an 11.5-point underdog. In terms of head-to-head matchups, Missouri has a slight advantage with a 4-6 record, including a road win against South Carolina in their most recent encounter. The betting odds currently favor Missouri, with an opening line of -1.5, which has now shifted to -2.5.
Betting Odds
Moneyline: Gamecocks +104 | Tigers -127
Spread: Gamecocks +2.5 (-110) | Tigers -2.5 (-110)
Total: Over/Under 140.5 (-110)
Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Missouri will win straight-up is 56%.
South Carolina Gamecocks
South Carolina's six-game win streak came to an abrupt end with a loss to Alabama. They now have a 13-2 overall record and a 1-1 record in SEC play. In the game against Alabama, South Carolina had a lead in the first half but ultimately could not maintain it. They struggled with shooting, only making 30.9% of their field goals and 5 of 25 three-point attempts. The team was also plagued by turnovers, committing 17 in total. Meechie Johnson was the leading scorer for South Carolina with 16 points. Throughout the season, South Carolina has averaged 73.1 points per game, which ranks them 226th in the nation in scoring offense. They are decent on defense, allowing an average of 63.7 points per game, which puts them 26th in the country. Meechie Johnson is the team's top scorer, averaging 18 points per game, followed by B.J. Mack and Myles Stute. The team has a shooting percentage of 43.8% and makes an average of 8.5 three-pointers per game. They also shoot 73.6% from the free-throw line. In terms of power rankings, South Carolina is ranked 39th and their offense is ranked 182nd with an average of 74.93 points per game. They have a strong defense, ranked 19th, and have a 13-2 record for the season. Offensively, their shooting percentages are 44.66% for field goals, 73.06% for free throws, and 34.84% for three-pointers. They average 36.93 rebounds per game and have 15.14 offensive assists and 9.93 turnovers per game. Defensively, they allow opponents to make 40.76% of their field goals, 70.68% of their free throws, and 33.33% of their three-pointers. They average 31.43 defensive rebounds, 10.86 defensive assists, and 11.07 turnovers per game. Picking up right where he left off. #Gamecocks 🐔🏀 // #ForeverToThee pic.twitter.com/pV1fQXWSYR