Game Preview: Third-Ranked South Carolina Hosts Georgia in Women’s Basketball Showdown
The nationally ranked South Carolina Gamecocks, currently sitting at No. 3 with a 16-1 record, will attempt to push their home winning streak to five games on Sunday, January 11, 2026. Their opponent: the Georgia Lady Bulldogs, who bring an impressive 15-2 record into Colonial Life Arena.
Statistical Breakdown
South Carolina’s Offensive and Defensive Prowess
The Gamecocks have dominated opponents this season with a massive +629 point differential, defeating teams by an average margin of 37.0 points. Their offensive output of 91.2 points per game places them among the nation’s elite, ranking fourth in college basketball. Defensively, they’ve been equally formidable, limiting opponents to 54.2 points per contest—a mark that ranks 15th nationally.
From three-point range, South Carolina converts 6.1 attempts per game with remarkable efficiency, shooting 38.1% from beyond the arc—the eighth-best percentage in the nation. By comparison, opposing teams manage only 5.7 three-point conversions while struggling at a 25.3% success rate.
Georgia’s Impressive Campaign
The Bulldogs have built their strong record on a 22.6-point average victory margin, reflected in their +385 scoring differential. They average 77.8 points per game offensively, ranking 38th nationally, while their defense allows 55.2 points per contest—good enough for 21st in the country.
Georgia enjoys a slight edge in three-point volume, sinking 6.9 attempts per game compared to opponents’ 5.6 makes, creating a 1.3 three-pointer advantage per contest. This places them 116th nationally in three-point field goals made.
How to watch the game between Georgia vs South Carolina
Location:Colonial Life Arena
Tip-off: 2 p.m. Eastern
Television Broadcast: SEC Network
Online Streaming: Available via Fubo
Tickets: Available through StubHub for those attending in person
