Good evening from Colonial Life Arena in Columbia! I’m bringing you everything you need to know about the highly anticipated matchup between the third-ranked South Carolina Gamecocks and the Georgia Bulldogs.
Game Information
The Gamecocks (16-1, 3-0 SEC) welcome Georgia (15-2, 1-2 SEC) for a 2 p.m. Eastern tipoff here at Colonial Life Arena. The atmosphere is already building as fans begin arriving for this crucial conference battle.
Where to Watch and Listen
Television Coverage
The game airs on SEC Network with Eric Frede and Christy Thomaskutty providing commentary from courtside.
Streaming Options
For those watching online, you can access the broadcast through ESPN’s website using your TV provider login credentials, or through an ESPN Unlimited subscription. I’m also told there are multiple streaming links available through official channels.
Radio Coverage
Locally, fans can tune into 107.5 FM in the Columbia area, where *Brad Muller* will have the play-by-play call. The pregame coverage kicks off at 1:30 p.m., giving listeners plenty of buildup before tipoff.
For those traveling or outside the local area, the South Carolina radio broadcast is available nationally on *SiriusXM Channel 190*.
Injury Updates
The official availability report drops tonight, and we could see some roster changes for the first time this calendar year.
The big storyline remains Ta’Niya Latson, who has missed the last three and a half games due to a sprained left ankle. I watched her go through drills at Friday’s practice, and she’s definitely progressing toward a return.
Unfortunately, Ashlyn Watkins remains sidelined for the entire 2025-26 season as she continues recovering from a torn ACL sustained last January. She’s not currently with the team during her rehabilitation process.
Chloe Kitts is also out for the season after suffering a torn right ACL.
Betting Lines and Championship Odds
As of Saturday morning at 9:30 a.m., BetMGM hasn’t released the betting line for this particular game yet—I’ll update you when those numbers become available.
Looking at the bigger picture for the national championship race, BetMGM currently lists UConn as the favorite at -200 odds (meaning you’d need to wager $200 to win $100). Following the Huskies are Texas at +800, *South Carolina* also at +800, *UCLA* at +850, and *LSU* at +1100.
What the Experts Predict
I’ve been looking at the computer projections, and they’re heavily favoring the home team today.
Massey Ratings forecasts South Carolina winning 82-54, giving the Gamecocks a 98% probability of victory.
*Bart Torvik’s* model is similarly confident, projecting an 81-57 South Carolina win with the same 98% winning probability.
From my perspective covering this team all season, I’m expecting a dominant home performance. My prediction: South Carolina 89, Georgia 61.
Final Thoughts
The stage is set here in Columbia for what should be an exciting afternoon of SEC basketball. The Gamecocks are looking to extend their perfect conference record, while Georgia aims to bounce back from their recent struggles in league play.
Stay with me throughout the day for live updates, injury report releases, and real-time coverage once tipoff arrives at 2 p.m. Eastern.
This is your complete pregame coverage—I’ll see you courtside!
