Alabama Crimson Tide vs
South Carolina GamecocksPredictions & Preview

Crimson Tide Set to Clash with Gamecocks in SEC Showdown at Colonial Life Arena, Alabama Favored at -10

On Wednesday night, the #5 Alabama Crimson Tide will face off against the South Carolina Gamecocks in an SEC showdown at the Colonial Life Arena. Despite South Carolina's nine-game losing streak against Alabama, the Gamecocks will look to turn the tide in their favor. The Crimson Tide are currently favored to win at -10, but only time will tell if South Carolina can pull off an upset.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Crimson Tide -478 | Gamecocks +360
• Spread: Crimson Tide -10 (-110) | Gamecocks +10 (-110)
• Total: Over/Under 156.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Alabama will win straight-up is 83%.

Alabama vs South Carolina Stats

Alabama Crimson Tide

Alabama, with a power ranking of 14, has demonstrated impressive offensive capabilities this season by averaging 91.00 points per game and hitting 48.45% of their field goals. Defensively, however, they have struggled, allowing an average of 77.18 points per game and only managing to prevent 40.21% of field goals from their opponents. Despite their 10-2 record, Alabama's performance in defense has been lacking compared to their strong offensive game.

South Carolina Gamecocks Analysis

In their recent conference opener against Mississippi State, the South Carolina Gamecocks suffered a difficult 85-50 loss, showcasing their lowest offensive performance of the season. Despite this setback, the team is focused on improving their offensive output, aiming to return to their average of 73.8 points per game. Defensively, the Gamecocks have shown resilience throughout the season, holding opponents to an average of 67.0 points. As they prepare for an upcoming matchup against Alabama, South Carolina will look to capitalize on their strengths and make necessary adjustments to secure a more competitive outcome. Additionally, with favorable statistical rankings in both offense and defense, the Gamecocks are poised to overcome their recent challenges and deliver a stronger performance on their home court. For more insights and opportunities for sports betting, interested individuals are encouraged to explore available sportsbook promos.

Alabama's Offensive Prowess Set to Overwhelm South Carolina in SEC Matchup

Alabama has demonstrated impressive offensive performance, surpassing 80 points in 10 consecutive games, even against top defensive teams. Notably, their efficiency has been even more remarkable on the road this season. In contrast, South Carolina lacks the defensive capability to disrupt Alabama's scoring momentum, with subpar turnover and rebounding performances. Attempting to match Alabama's scoring output will prove challenging for the lowest-scoring offense in the SEC, averaging 70.4 points against Power Four opponents. Alabama's strong defensive presence, particularly in forcing missed shots, will further hinder South Carolina's offensive efforts. Additionally, South Carolina's poor free-throw shooting accuracy poses a significant disadvantage, potentially affecting crucial points. Overall, the statistical advantage lies with Alabama, making them the favorable choice to beat the spread in this matchup.

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