Florida Gators vs. South Carolina Gamecocks Pick and Prediction – Jan 22, 2025

The fifth-ranked Florida Gators (16-2) look to extend their winning streak when they face the struggling South Carolina Gamecocks (10-8) on Wednesday, January 22 at 7:00 PM ET at Colonial Life Arena in Columbia, South Carolina. The Gators are moderately favored on the road with a points spread at -10.5 (-110) at MyBookie.

Florida Gators Betting Preview

The Gators have suffered two losses in their last five games, but have been against respectable teams and have been by six points or less. Their latest battle was an 84-60 rout of the Texas Longhorns.

They led by seven points at the half but poured it on in the second with a 17-point advantage in that timeframe. Alijah Martin led the team with 22 points and four assists, while Walter Clayton Jr. had 19 points to add to the firepower.

The last time there was a lead change was when the Gators took over at 19-18 and never looked back. They made 49.3 percent of their threes and 40.0 percent from deep, while holding the Longhorns to 36.4 percent from the field and 25.0 percent from three.

The Gators have an outstanding margin of victory, as they average 85.9 points a game and hold teams to 65.6 points in return. Their offense makes 46.9 percent of their shots, but their defense must stay strong on the road.

South Carolina Gamecocks Betting Preview

The Gamecocks are on a five-game losing streak heading into this battle and are 1-5 against ranked opponents this season. Their most recent defeat was an 82-62 blowout against the Oklahoma Sooners.

The first half looked promising, as the Gamecocks were down 34-30 heading into the second. However, their defense came up short in holding back a determined Sooners squad that did not want to be embarrassed at home. Morris Ugusuk led them with 15 points.

They shot 41.2 percent from the field and 37.5 percent from long range, but allowed the Sooners to make 56.0 percent of their field goals and 47.1 percent from deep. They also committed slightly more turnovers at 16 compared to the Sooners’ 12.

The Gamecocks are compiling 71.6 points a game and shooting 44.0 percent from the field. They are holding teams to 68.9 points a game, which does not offer a lot of breathing room with their sluggish offense. During their losing streak, they are averaging 61.2 points and allowing 77.4 points in return.

Odds, Series Trends, and Free Pick

The Florida Gators vs. South Carolina Gamecocks betting odds have been provided by MyBookie. These odds show the Gators as 10.5-point favorites. Current market predictions suggest the Gators have a 75.7 percent chance of winning. The Gators have the firepower and depth to cover the spread against a struggling team.

Final Pick: Florida Gators-10.5 (-110)