South Carolina Gamecocks at Oklahoma Sooners Odds, Picks & Prediction
Oklahoma Sooners will win 78-71 despite their recent struggles. The Sooners' 79.5 PPG offense at home gives them the edge over South Carolina's weak 72.6 PPG scoring, even though both teams enter with identical 3-7 records over their last 10 games.
Quick Facts
- Matchup
- South Carolina Gamecocks at Oklahoma Sooners
- Date
- Wednesday, March 11, 2026, 9:30 PM ET
- Spread
- Oklahoma Sooners -7.5
- Total
- O/U 149
- Moneyline
- Oklahoma Sooners -280 / South Carolina Gamecocks +225
- Best Bet
- Under 149 Total Points
- Prediction
- Oklahoma 78, South Carolina 71
Odds Comparison
| Sportsbook | away | home | line | market |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| +225 | -280 | -7.5 | Spread | |
| - | - | O/U 149 | Total | |
| +225 | -280 | - | Moneyline |
Matchup Preview
Two struggling teams meet Wednesday night as the South Carolina Gamecocks travel to face the Oklahoma Sooners in what could be a pivotal late-season matchup. Both teams enter with identical 3-7 records over their last 10 games, but the numbers tell a story of contrasting styles.
Oklahoma averages 79.5 points per game while allowing 82.9, showing they can score but struggle defensively. South Carolina's offense has been anemic at just 72.6 PPG while giving up 84.1 per contest. The Gamecocks' offensive struggles are particularly concerning on the road.
Both teams are riding one-game winning streaks, but the recent head-to-head history favors South Carolina, who won the last meeting 85-76. However, that game was played in Columbia, and home court could make the difference tonight.
By The Numbers
| Stat | Oklahoma | South Carolina |
| Record (L10) | 3-7 | 3-7 |
| Points Per Game | 79.5 | 72.6 |
| Opponent PPG | 82.9 | 84.1 |
| Current Streak | W1 | W1 |
Key Injuries
South Carolina's H. Assemian (F) is listed as questionable for tonight's game. The forward's potential absence could further hamper the Gamecocks' already struggling offense, particularly in the frontcourt where they need scoring production.
Odds Analysis
The -7.5 spread for Oklahoma seems reasonable given their home court advantage and superior offensive output. The -280 moneyline indicates the Sooners are heavily favored, while South Carolina's +225 odds suggest significant value for bettors believing in an upset.
The total of 149 appears high considering both teams' recent defensive struggles, but their combined scoring average of 152.1 points suggests the number is properly set.
Player Props to Watch
Several turnover props stand out with Colby Garland's 2.5 turnovers being the highest line among available props. Sadraque Nganga, Melvin Bell Jr, Javan Buchanan, Dylan Andrews, Drew Fielder, and Andrew Meadow all have 1.5 turnover lines at +100 odds, while Adrian Myers sits at just 0.5 turnovers.
Best Bets
- Under 149 Total Points: Both teams have struggled offensively lately, and road games typically see lower scoring. The under has value despite both teams' poor defense.
- South Carolina +7.5: The Gamecocks won the last meeting and both teams are equally poor recently. Seven points is too many for teams this evenly matched.
- Colby Garland Over 2.5 Turnovers: At +100 odds, this prop offers value for a player likely to handle the ball frequently in what should be a competitive game.
Prediction
Despite both teams' struggles, Oklahoma's home court advantage and superior scoring ability should be enough to secure a victory. However, expect a closer game than the spread suggests. The Sooners' 79.5 PPG at home gives them the edge, but South Carolina's recent upset victory in their head-to-head matchup shows they can compete.
Final Score: Oklahoma 78, South Carolina 71
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