Arkansas Meets South Carolina in Crucial SEC Showdown on Saturday

COLLEGE STATION, Texas — Arkansas will face South Carolina on Saturday, March 1, 2025, at 1 p.m. EST at Colonial Life Arena in Columbia, South Carolina. The matchup is crucial for both teams as they navigate the SEC landscape. Arkansas (17-11, 6-9 SEC) looks to extend its winning streak, while South Carolina (11-17, 1-14 SEC) aims to build on its recent success.

The Razorbacks head into the game after a hard-fought 86-81 overtime victory against Texas on Wednesday. However, they will be without their leading scorer, Adou Thiero, who is sidelined with a hyperextended left knee. Thiero averages 15.6 points per game and had missed the win against Texas as well.

In his absence, D.J. Wagner and Johnell Davis will need to step up for Arkansas, both currently tied for the team lead with 10.7 points per game. Meanwhile, South Carolina’s Collin Murray-Boyles, who leads the Gamecocks with 16.1 points per game, will be pivotal in trying to outscore Arkansas.

Arkansas has won its last two games, while South Carolina looks to recover from a tough 101-71 loss to Missouri. Both teams are in need of a strong finish to the season, as they hope to improve their standings in the SEC and make a case for an NCAA Tournament berth.

Head coach John Calipari is in his first season leading the Razorbacks and holds an overall record of 872-274, while Lamont Paris is looking to turn things around in his third season at South Carolina with a record of 48-46.

The series history favors Arkansas, who leads South Carolina 23-16 overall. Their last encounter took place during the SEC Tournament on March 16, 2024, where South Carolina triumphed 80-66.

The game will be broadcast on the SEC Network with Roy Philpott and Pat Bradley providing commentary. Arkansas is currently favored by 1.5 points, according to FanDuel, with an over/under set at 138.5.

With both teams desperate for a win, the stage is set for an exciting SEC showdown. Fans can access the game via the ESPN app and local radio stations will provide additional coverage.