Florida Gators Dominate South Carolina Gamecocks 95-48
Wednesday, January 28, 2026, 9:00 PM ET · Colonial Life Arena
Florida Gators 95, South Carolina Gamecocks 48, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Quick answers
Who won Florida Gators vs South Carolina Gamecocks?
Florida Gators beat South Carolina Gamecocks 95-48 at Colonial Life Arena on January 28, 2026.
Who was favored in Florida Gators vs South Carolina Gamecocks?
Florida Gators were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -1100 (about 92% implied). The favorite won.
In a commanding display, the Florida Gators triumphed over the South Carolina Gamecocks with a final score of 95-48 at the Colonial Life Arena. This matchup highlighted the stark contrast in the teams' recent performances, with Florida continuing its strong season while South Carolina struggled to find consistency.
The Gators entered the game with a solid away record of 15-6, showcasing their strength on the road. In their last ten games, they boasted an impressive record of 8-2, averaging 88.3 points scored per game while allowing 72.3. Their recent form included a notable win against the LSU Tigers, where they secured a 79-61 victory. However, they faced a setback in their most recent game against the Auburn Tigers, losing 67-76, which snapped a brief winning streak.
On the other hand, the Gamecocks had a home record of 11-10 and were struggling with a 4-6 record in their last ten games, averaging 76.6 points scored but allowing 77.8. Their recent performances included a disappointing loss to the Texas A&M Aggies, where they fell 69-92. South Carolina's last five games reflected a troubling trend, as they managed only one win while averaging 73.0 points scored and allowing 84.4.
Historically, this fixture has not favored South Carolina, as they have lost both of their previous meetings against Florida in the current season. In their last encounter on February 16, 2025, Florida defeated South Carolina 88-67, and earlier in the season, they edged out a narrow victory of 70-69 in a closely contested game on January 23, 2025.
In terms of injuries, the block does not provide specific details on player availability for either team, but the impact of any absences could have influenced the game's dynamics. The betting market reflected Florida's dominance, with DraftKings setting the spread at 13.5 points in favor of the Gators and a total of 151.5 points for the game. Florida was heavily favored with a moneyline of -1100, while South Carolina was at +700.
The game conditions were conducive to a high-scoring affair, and Florida took full advantage. The Gators' offensive prowess was on full display, as they quickly established a significant lead. Key moments included a series of three-point shots that extended their lead, with Alex Lloyd and CJ Ingram contributing significantly to the scoring in the second half.
As the game progressed, Florida continued to dominate, with their scoring plays reflecting a well-rounded offensive effort. The Gamecocks struggled to keep pace, and the final score of 95-48 underscored the disparity in performance between the two teams.
Overall, the Gators' victory not only showcased their capabilities as a formidable opponent but also highlighted the challenges facing South Carolina as they seek to improve their performance in the remainder of the season.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | FLA -13.5 | 151.5 o -110 / u -110 | Florida Gators -1100 · South Carolina Gamecocks +700 |
Leaders
- PointsEli Ellis13South Carolina Gamecocks
- AssistsMeechie Johnson2South Carolina Gamecocks
- ReboundsEJ Walker6South Carolina Gamecocks
- PointsThomas Haugh18Florida Gators
- AssistsXaivian Lee9Florida Gators
- ReboundsRueben Chinyelu11Florida Gators
Recent form
South Carolina Gamecocks
Last 10: 4-6Streak L176.6 scored · 77.8 allowed per game3-2 at home
- L69-92at Texas A&M AggiesJan 24
- W85-76vs Oklahoma SoonersJan 21
- L67-71at Auburn TigersJan 17
- L74-108at Arkansas RazorbacksJan 15
- L70-75vs Georgia BulldogsJan 10
- W78-68at LSU TigersJan 7
- L71-83vs Vanderbilt CommodoresJan 3
- W96-67vs UAlbany Great DanesDec 30
- W95-70vs South Carolina State BulldogsDec 22
- L61-68at Clemson TigersDec 17
Florida Gators
Last 10: 8-2Streak L188.3 scored · 72.3 allowed per game2-1 away
- L67-76vs Auburn TigersJan 24
- W79-61vs LSU TigersJan 21
- W98-94at Vanderbilt CommodoresJan 17
- W96-79at Oklahoma SoonersJan 14
- W91-67vs Tennessee VolunteersJan 10
- W92-77vs Georgia BulldogsJan 7
- L74-76at Missouri TigersJan 4
- W94-72vs Dartmouth Big GreenDec 29
- W90-60vs Colgate RaidersDec 21
- W102-61vs Saint Francis Red WolvesDec 17
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Florida | 27-8 | - | 16-2 |
| Arkansas | 28-9 | 3 | 13-5 |
| Alabama | 25-10 | 3 | 13-5 |
| Vanderbilt | 27-9 | 5 | 11-7 |
| Tennessee | 25-12 | 5 | 11-7 |
| Texas A&M | 22-12 | 5 | 11-7 |
| Georgia | 22-11 | 6 | 10-8 |
| Kentucky | 22-14 | 6 | 10-8 |
| Missouri | 20-13 | 6 | 10-8 |
| Texas | 21-15 | 7 | 9-9 |
| Auburn | 22-16 | 9 | 7-11 |
| Oklahoma | 21-16 | 9 | 7-11 |
| Mississippi State | 13-19 | 11 | 5-13 |
| Ole Miss | 15-20 | 12 | 4-14 |
| South Carolina | 13-19 | 12 | 4-14 |
| LSU | 15-17 | 13 | 3-15 |
Box score
| Stat | Florida Gators | South Carolina Gamecocks |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 38-61 | 15-58 |
| Field goal % | 62 | 26 |
| Three-pointers | 9-21 | 3-20 |
| Three-point % | 43 | 15 |
| Free throws | 10-14 | 15-17 |
| Free throw % | 71 | 88 |
| Rebounds | 45 | 24 |
| Offensive rebounds | 8 | 7 |
| Defensive rebounds | 37 | 17 |
| Assists | 28 | 4 |
| Steals | 4 | 6 |
| Blocks | 8 | 1 |
| Turnovers | 11 | 10 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 18 | 9 |
| Fast-break points | 32 | 3 |
| Points in the paint | 54 | 20 |
| Fouls | 14 | 12 |
| Largest lead | 47 | 0 |
| Lead changes | 0 | 0 |
| Time in front | 99 | 0 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half54-21Eli Ellis makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half54-22Eli Ellis makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half56-22Boogie Fland makes 2-foot dunk (Xaivian Lee assists)
- 2nd Half56-25Kobe Knox makes 26-foot three point step back jumpshot
- 2nd Half58-25Rueben Chinyelu makes driving layup (Alex Condon assists)
- 2nd Half58-27Meechie Johnson makes driving layup
- 2nd Half61-27Thomas Haugh makes 24-foot three point jumper (Alex Condon assists)
- 2nd Half61-29Meechie Johnson makes driving layup
- 2nd Half64-29Urban Klavzar makes 25-foot three point jumper (Alex Condon assists)
- 2nd Half64-30Meechie Johnson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half64-31Meechie Johnson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half66-31Micah Handlogten makes 2-foot alley oop dunk (Boogie Fland assists)
- 2nd Half68-31Micah Handlogten makes 2-foot dunk (Xaivian Lee assists)
- 2nd Half68-33Mike Sharavjamts makes 8-foot turnaround jump shot
- 2nd Half70-33Xaivian Lee makes driving layup
- 2nd Half70-34Eli Ellis makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half70-35Eli Ellis makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half71-35Alex Condon makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half71-36Meechie Johnson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half71-37Meechie Johnson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half73-37Isaiah Brown makes 3-foot alley oop dunk (Xaivian Lee assists)
- 2nd Half74-37Alex Condon makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half75-37Alex Condon makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half77-37Isaiah Brown makes 1-foot dunk (Xaivian Lee assists)
- 2nd Half77-39Meechie Johnson makes 14-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half79-39Rueben Chinyelu makes layup
- 2nd Half81-39Xaivian Lee makes layup (Alex Condon assists)
- 2nd Half82-39Alex Condon makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half82-41Elijah Strong makes layup
- 2nd Half83-41Micah Handlogten makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half84-41Micah Handlogten makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half84-43Mike Sharavjamts makes 5-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half87-43Alex Lloyd makes 28-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half90-43CJ Ingram makes 23-foot three point jumper (Urban Klavzar assists)
- 2nd Half90-44Eli Ellis makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half90-45Eli Ellis makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half90-48Christ Essandoko makes 25-foot three point jumper (Eli Sparkman assists)
- 2nd Half92-48CJ Ingram makes driving layup
- 2nd Half93-48Viktor Mikic makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half95-48Alex Lloyd makes driving layup
Win probability
Above the line favours South Carolina Gamecocks, below favours Florida Gators.
Venue
- Colonial Life ArenaColumbia, SC
- Attendance12686
- OfficialsJeb Hartness, Brian Dorsey, Bharat Ramnanan
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