NCAAB · Final/OT

Gamecocks Edge Golden Eagles in Overtime Thriller

Sunday, November 9, 2025, 6:30 PM ET · Colonial Life Arena

South Carolina Gamecocks 83, Southern Miss Golden Eagles 79, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.

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Who won Southern Miss Golden Eagles vs South Carolina Gamecocks?

South Carolina Gamecocks beat Southern Miss Golden Eagles 83-79 at Colonial Life Arena on November 9, 2025.

In a thrilling overtime contest, the South Carolina Gamecocks narrowly defeated the Southern Miss Golden Eagles 83-79 at the Colonial Life Arena. This matchup showcased the resilience of the Gamecocks, who improved their home record to 3-0, while the Golden Eagles fell to 1-3 on the season.

The Gamecocks entered the game with a recent form of 3 wins and 7 losses over their last 10 games, but they were riding a one-game winning streak after a decisive victory against North Carolina A&T Aggies, where they scored 91 points. Their scoring average stood at 71.7 points per game, while they allowed an average of 75.6 points. In contrast, the Golden Eagles had a record of 2 wins and 8 losses in their last 10 outings, also on a one-game winning streak after defeating Tougaloo Bulldogs 93-57. Southern Miss averaged 72.1 points scored and allowed 77.2 points during that stretch.

At home, South Carolina had a solid record of 3-2, while Southern Miss struggled on the road, holding an 0-4 away record. This fixture was particularly interesting as both teams were looking to build momentum early in the season, with South Carolina aiming to extend their winning streak and Southern Miss seeking to bounce back from a rocky start.

In terms of previous meetings, there were no specific matchups noted in the block, but the current form of both teams suggested a competitive game. The injury situation was not detailed, but it can often play a crucial role in determining the outcome of such closely contested games.

The betting market had priced the Gamecocks as the favorites, reflecting a home win probability of 1.0, indicating strong confidence in their ability to secure the victory. The conditions in the arena were likely conducive for basketball, with the home crowd providing support for South Carolina.

As the game unfolded, it was clear that both teams were eager to establish their dominance. The Gamecocks managed to pull ahead in overtime, thanks to critical free throws from Meechie Johnson and a key three-pointer from Myles Stute, which helped secure their lead. The scoring plays in overtime highlighted the intensity of the match, with both teams exchanging points until the final moments.

Overall, this game was a testament to the competitive spirit of college basketball, showcasing the Gamecocks' ability to perform under pressure and the Golden Eagles' determination to fight until the end.

Leaders

PointsMeechie Johnson33South Carolina Gamecocks
AssistsKobe Knox5South Carolina Gamecocks
ReboundsEli Ellis7South Carolina Gamecocks
PointsIsaac Taveras25Southern Miss Golden Eagles
AssistsIsrael Hart4Southern Miss Golden Eagles
ReboundsIsaac Taveras8Southern Miss Golden Eagles

Recent form

South Carolina Gamecocks

Last 10: 3-7Streak W171.7 scored · 75.6 allowed per game3-2 at home

W91-72vs North Carolina A&T AggiesNov 5
L68-72at Arkansas RazorbacksMar 12
L65-75at Tennessee VolunteersMar 8
L64-73vs Georgia BulldogsMar 4
W72-53vs Arkansas RazorbacksMar 1
L71-101at Missouri TigersFeb 26
W84-69vs Texas LonghornsFeb 23
L67-81at LSU TigersFeb 19
L67-88at Florida GatorsFeb 16
L68-72vs Ole Miss RebelsFeb 13

Southern Miss Golden Eagles

Last 10: 2-8Streak W172.1 scored · 77.2 allowed per game0-4 away

W93-57vs Tougaloo BulldogsNov 7
L79-85at Buffalo BullsNov 3
L64-78at Georgia Southern EaglesMar 5
W66-63vs Coastal Carolina ChanticleersMar 4
L58-70vs Troy TrojansMar 1
L82-88vs South Alabama JaguarsFeb 27
L60-62vs Louisiana Ragin' CajunsFeb 23
L78-87vs Coastal Carolina ChanticleersFeb 21
L74-81at UL Monroe WarhawksFeb 15
L67-101at Arkansas State Red WolvesFeb 13

Standings

Team	Overall	Games behind	In conference
Troy	22-12	-	12-6
South Alabama	21-12	1	11-7
Arkansas State	20-12	1	11-7
Texas State	19-13	1	11-7
Marshall	19-13	1	11-7
Coastal Carolina	19-13	1	11-7
App State	19-13	1	11-7
James Madison	18-15	3	9-9
Southern Miss	19-16	3	9-9
Georgia Southern	21-16	4	8-10
Old Dominion	12-21	5	7-11
Louisiana	11-22	5	7-11
Georgia State	10-22	5	7-11
UL Monroe	4-28	11	1-17
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	Southern Miss Golden Eagles	South Carolina Gamecocks
Field goals	29-67	25-64
Field goal %	43	39
Three-pointers	5-22	16-43
Three-point %	23	37
Free throws	16-21	17-21
Free throw %	76	81
Rebounds	43	39
Offensive rebounds	13	12
Defensive rebounds	30	27
Assists	10	18
Steals	8	5
Blocks	3	2
Turnovers	9	15
Team turnovers	0	0
Technical fouls	0	0
Technical fouls, total	0	0
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	25	6
Fast-break points	16	9
Points in the paint	34	14
Fouls	21	20
Largest lead	11	16

How the scoring went

2nd Half52-44Tylik Weeks made Layup. Assisted by Dylan Brumfield.
2nd Half52-45Eli Ellis made Free Throw.
2nd Half54-45Israel Hart made Jumper.
2nd Half54-48Nordin Kapic made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Kobe Knox.
2nd Half54-50Meechie Johnson made Jumper.
2nd Half57-50Felipe Patino made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Israel Hart.
2nd Half57-52Nordin Kapic made Jumper. Assisted by Meechie Johnson.
2nd Half59-52Israel Hart made Jumper.
2nd Half60-52Israel Hart made Free Throw.
2nd Half61-52Israel Hart made Free Throw.
2nd Half61-53Meechie Johnson made Free Throw.
2nd Half61-54Meechie Johnson made Free Throw.
2nd Half63-54Tylik Weeks made Jumper. Assisted by Tegra Izay.
2nd Half65-54Israel Hart made Jumper.
2nd Half65-57Meechie Johnson made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Myles Stute.
2nd Half65-59Eli Ellis made Layup.
2nd Half67-59Isaac Taveras made Layup.
2nd Half67-62Meechie Johnson made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Myles Stute.
2nd Half68-62Isaac Taveras made Free Throw.
2nd Half68-65Meechie Johnson made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Mike Sharavjamts.
2nd Half68-68Meechie Johnson made Three Point Jumper.
2nd Half70-68Isaac Taveras made Layup.
2nd Half70-69Meechie Johnson made Free Throw.
2nd Half70-70Meechie Johnson made Free Throw.
OT72-70Tylik Weeks made Layup. Assisted by Isaac Taveras.
OT73-70Tylik Weeks made Free Throw.
OT73-71Eli Ellis made Free Throw.
OT73-72Eli Ellis made Free Throw.
OT73-74Mike Sharavjamts made Layup. Assisted by Meechie Johnson.
OT73-75Mike Sharavjamts made Free Throw.
OT75-75Isaac Taveras made Layup.
OT75-76Meechie Johnson made Free Throw.
OT75-79Myles Stute made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Meechie Johnson.
OT75-80Meechie Johnson made Free Throw.
OT75-81Meechie Johnson made Free Throw.
OT76-81Israel Hart made Free Throw.
OT77-81Israel Hart made Free Throw.
OT79-81Isaac Taveras made Two Point Tip Shot.
OT79-82Eli Ellis made Free Throw.
OT79-83Eli Ellis made Free Throw.

Win probability

Above the line favours South Carolina Gamecocks, below favours Southern Miss Golden Eagles.