- Matchup: South Carolina Gamecocks vs Florida Gators
- Date: Tuesday, February 17, 2026
- Venue: Stephen C. O’Connell Center, Gainesville, FL
- Broadcast: SEC Network
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The South Carolina Gamecocks (11-14) will visit Stephen C. O’Connell Center on Tuesday aiming to overcome the Florida Gators (19-6).
In their previous outing, the Gamecocks faced Alabama and suffered a defeat, finishing 89-75. South Carolina achieved a field goal percentage of 40.6% (26 of 64) and made 7 of 28 attempts from beyond the arc. At the free-throw line, the Gamecocks were successful 16 out of 18 times, resulting in an impressive 88.9% conversion rate. On the boards, they recorded 29 rebounds—4 of which were offensive. They also registered 16 assists while forcing the opposition into 12 turnovers, securing 6 steals defensively. However, South Carolina allowed Alabama to shoot 48.3% from the floor, with Alabama dishing out 20 assists and pilfering 7 steals, along with a total of 39 rebounds (7 offensive) without a block. Alabama converted 19 of 27 free throw attempts for a rate of 70.4% and made 14 of 34 three-point shots. South Carolina committed 22 personal fouls compared to Alabama’s 15.
Meechie Johnson Jr. was a standout player in this match, finishing with a shooting percentage of 47.1% and 4 assists. He played for 34 minutes and collected 3 rebounds, concluding the game with 26 points on 8 of 17 shooting.
The Gamecocks enter this game with a record of 11-14. They are averaging 9.9 turnovers per game and committing 17.6 personal fouls. As a unit, South Carolina gathers 33.0 rebounds a game and has accumulated 343 assists this season, ranking 243rd in Division I for assists. The Gamecocks are hitting 30.6% on three-point attempts (197 of 643) and 79.0% from the free throw line. They average 76.4 points per game (170th in the nation) and shoot 44.1% from the field.
Defensively, the Gamecocks average 10.3 forced turnovers per game while committing 17.4 personal fouls. They allow 32.0% on three-point attempts and rank 240th in Division I in points allowed per game (75.9). South Carolina’s defense permits a shooting percentage of 45.1% (677 of 1,501) and allows 35.9 rebounds per contest. They sit at 283rd in college for assists allowed, giving up 381 assists on the season.
Last time out, the Florida Gators triumphed over Kentucky with a score of 92-83. Florida secured 27 defensive rebounds and 16 offensive boards, totaling 43 rebounds for the game. They committed 11 turnovers while making 10 steals. Kentucky committed 26 personal fouls, leading to 32 free-throw attempts for the Gators, who converted 22 for a rate of 68.8%. From three, Florida made 10 of their 28 shots (35.7%). Overall, the Gators shot 30 out of 66 from the field, resulting in a shooting percentage of 45.5%. Kentucky shot 43.1%, sinking 28 of 65 attempts from the field, with a 45.0% three-point percentage (9 out of 20) and finished 18 of 25 at the free throw line (72.0%). In terms of rebounding, Florida allowed Kentucky to grab 34 boards overall (13 offensive).
Xaivian Lee made significant contributions for the Gators, scoring 22 points on 7 of 12 shooting for a field goal percentage of 58.3%, contributing 2 rebounds and 3 assists in 25 minutes of play.
Currently, Florida holds a record of 19-6 for the season. They average 17.6 fouls per game while achieving a 70.4% success rate at the free throw line. Florida distributes assists at a rate of 16.2 per game (60th in college) and commits 11.7 turnovers per game. They have amassed 2,162 points this season (averaging 86.5 points per contest) while collecting 46.0 rebounds per game. Offensively, the Gators connect on 47.0% of their field goal attempts, ranking 81st nationally.
Defensively, Florida allows 32.9% shooting from three-point range (174 of 529) and their opponents hit 71.8% on free throws. They concede 11.0 assists and 31.4 rebounds each game, ranked 24th and 38th nationally, respectively. The Gators are ranked 116th in points allowed per game, averaging 71.4 points. Florida forces 11.3 turnovers per game, allowing opponents to shoot 40.5% from the field (32nd in Division I).
Who will secure victory tonight in this NCAA matchup against the spread?
Pick: Back South Carolina
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