NCAAB · Final

Gamecocks Dominate Great Danes in Convincing Win

Tuesday, December 30, 2025, 6:00 PM ET · Colonial Life Arena

South Carolina Gamecocks 96, UAlbany Great Danes 67, 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 UAlbany Great Danes vs South Carolina Gamecocks?

South Carolina Gamecocks beat UAlbany Great Danes 96-67 at Colonial Life Arena on December 30, 2025.

Who was favored in UAlbany Great Danes vs South Carolina Gamecocks?

South Carolina Gamecocks were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -3200 (about 97% implied). The favorite won.

In a decisive matchup at the Colonial Life Arena, the South Carolina Gamecocks triumphed over the UAlbany Great Danes with a final score of 96-67. This victory marks an impressive performance for the Gamecocks, who improved their home record to 7-2 and showcased their offensive prowess throughout the game.

The Gamecocks entered the game with a 9-4 overall record and had been on a positive trajectory, winning six of their last ten games. Their recent form included a strong showing against South Carolina State Bulldogs, where they won 95-70 just a week prior. South Carolina's scoring average over the last ten games stood at 78.3 points, while they allowed an average of 66.9 points, indicating a solid offensive and defensive balance. In their last five games, they maintained a scoring average of 78.4 points and allowed 66.0 points, further highlighting their consistency.

Conversely, the Great Danes, with a 4-11 record, have struggled significantly this season. They came into the game having lost their last match against the Cornell Big Red, 75-83. Over their last ten games, UAlbany managed only three wins, averaging 76.6 points scored but allowing a concerning 77.8 points. Their recent form has been particularly troubling, with only one win in their last five games, where they averaged 74.4 points while conceding 85.8 points.

Home court advantage played a significant role in South Carolina's performance, as they have excelled at the Colonial Life Arena. Their home record of 7-2 reflects their strong play in front of their fans, while UAlbany's away struggles continued, with a dismal 1-5 record on the road. This disparity in home and away performance likely contributed to the Gamecocks' dominant display.

In terms of previous meetings, this game was a fresh encounter, with no notable history between the two teams impacting the matchup. However, the Gamecocks' current form and record suggested they would be a formidable opponent for the Great Danes.

Injuries were not a significant concern for either team leading into this game, allowing both squads to field their best players. This absence of injury-related distractions may have contributed to the Gamecocks' focused and energetic performance.

The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, reflected the expectations surrounding the game. South Carolina was favored with a spread of -19.5, indicating a strong belief in their capability to win by a significant margin. The total points line was set at 148.5, suggesting an anticipated high-scoring affair, which ultimately came to fruition with the final score.

Conditions for the game were typical for a late December evening, with a packed arena adding to the atmosphere. Fans witnessed a high-energy contest where South Carolina's offensive strategy shone through, effectively utilizing their home court advantage.

As the game unfolded, the Gamecocks demonstrated their scoring depth and versatility. Key moments included Okechukwu Okeke's impressive alley-oop dunk and Eli Ellis's driving layup that capped off the scoring for South Carolina. The Gamecocks' ability to maintain control of the game and respond to any challenges posed by the Great Danes was evident, as they consistently expanded their lead throughout the second half.

Overall, this matchup served as a testament to South Carolina's capabilities as they continue to build momentum in their season, while UAlbany will need to regroup and address their defensive struggles moving forward.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	SC -19.5	148.5 o -105 / u -115	UAlbany Great Danes +1400 · South Carolina Gamecocks -3200

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Leaders

PointsMeechie Johnson15South Carolina Gamecocks
AssistsMike Sharavjamts7South Carolina Gamecocks
ReboundsHayden Assemian5South Carolina Gamecocks
PointsAmir Lindsey18UAlbany Great Danes
AssistsAmir Lindsey4UAlbany Great Danes
ReboundsOkechukwu Okeke7UAlbany Great Danes

Recent form

South Carolina Gamecocks

Last 10: 6-4Streak W178.3 scored · 66.9 allowed per game6-2 at home

W95-70vs South Carolina State BulldogsDec 22
L61-68at Clemson TigersDec 17
W71-55vs The Citadel BulldogsDec 14
W82-51vs Stetson HattersDec 6
L83-86vs Virginia Tech HokiesDec 3
W74-62vs Charleston Southern BuccaneersNov 28
L77-79at Northwestern WildcatsNov 23
L72-79vs Butler BulldogsNov 21
W87-58vs Radford HighlandersNov 19
W81-61vs Presbyterian Blue HoseNov 13

UAlbany Great Danes

Last 10: 3-7Streak L176.6 scored · 77.8 allowed per game1-5 away

L75-83vs Cornell Big RedDec 21
W71-55at Stony Brook SeawolvesDec 18
L79-105at Florida Atlantic OwlsDec 13
L82-93at Yale BulldogsDec 10
L65-93at Columbia LionsDec 6
W90-62vs SUNY Oneonta Red DragonsNov 30
L68-88at Fordham RamsNov 30
L67-69vs Colgate RaidersNov 29
L63-73at Siena SaintsNov 22
W106-57vs Paul Smith's BobcatsNov 18

Standings

Team	Overall	Games behind	In conference
UMBC	24-9	-	14-2
Vermont	22-12	2	12-4
NJIT	16-17	4	10-6
UMass Lowell	15-18	5	9-7
UAlbany	11-21	7	7-9
Maine	8-24	8	6-10
New Hampshire	9-21	9	5-11
Bryant	9-22	9	5-11
Binghamton	8-23	10	4-12
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	UAlbany Great Danes	South Carolina Gamecocks
Field goals	27-62	33-55
Field goal %	44	60
Three-pointers	6-17	14-30
Three-point %	35	47
Free throws	7-8	16-17
Free throw %	88	94
Rebounds	30	27
Offensive rebounds	17	8
Defensive rebounds	13	19
Assists	15	19
Steals	6	8
Blocks	2	4
Turnovers	15	9
Team turnovers	0	0
Technical fouls	0	1
Technical fouls, total	0	1
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	11	23
Fast-break points	8	6
Points in the paint	32	32
Fouls	13	8
Largest lead	0	31
Lead changes	0	0
Time in front	0	99

How the scoring went

2nd Half36-50Mike Sharavjamts makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half36-51Mike Sharavjamts makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half39-51Zacharie Matulu makes 27-foot three point jumper (Amir Lindsey assists)
2nd Half39-54Kobe Knox makes 23-foot three point jumper (Meechie Johnson assists)
2nd Half41-54Okechukwu Okeke makes 2-foot alley oop dunk (Amir Lindsey assists)
2nd Half41-56Elijah Strong makes 19-foot jumper
2nd Half41-58Eli Ellis makes layup
2nd Half41-60Kobe Knox makes driving layup (Eli Ellis assists)
2nd Half41-63Jordan Butler makes 24-foot three point step back jumpshot (Meechie Johnson assists)
2nd Half43-63Nas Muhammad makes 16-foot step back jumpshot
2nd Half43-65Hayden Assemian makes 2-foot dunk (Meechie Johnson assists)
2nd Half43-67Meechie Johnson makes driving layup
2nd Half46-67Nas Muhammad makes 23-foot three point jumper (Jaden Kempson assists)
2nd Half46-69Hayden Assemian makes layup (Mike Sharavjamts assists)
2nd Half46-72Eli Ellis makes 26-foot three point jumper (Mike Sharavjamts assists)
2nd Half48-72Amir Lindsey makes driving layup (Nas Muhammad assists)
2nd Half50-72Isaac Abidde makes 3-foot dunk
2nd Half50-75Jordan Butler makes 23-foot three point jumper (Mike Sharavjamts assists)
2nd Half52-75Jaden Kempson makes driving layup
2nd Half52-77Mike Sharavjamts makes driving layup
2nd Half52-79Nordin Kapic makes driving layup
2nd Half55-79Jaden Kempson makes 25-foot three point jumper (Yaya Keita assists)
2nd Half55-82Nordin Kapic makes 29-foot three point jumper (Eli Ellis assists)
2nd Half55-83Mike Sharavjamts makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half55-84Mike Sharavjamts makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half56-84Jaden Kempson makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half57-84Jaden Kempson makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half57-86Mike Sharavjamts makes 7-foot floating jump shot
2nd Half57-88Grant Polk makes 11-foot turnaround jump shot
2nd Half59-88Zacharie Matulu makes layup (Jaden Kempson assists)
2nd Half59-89Meechie Johnson makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half59-90Meechie Johnson makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half61-90Okechukwu Okeke makes 1-foot alley oop dunk (Miles Rose assists)
2nd Half61-92Elijah Strong makes layup
2nd Half63-92Miles Rose makes 8-foot floating jump shot
2nd Half63-93Eli Ellis makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half63-94Eli Ellis makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half64-94Bautista Giralt makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half67-94Nas Muhammad makes 24-foot three point step back jumpshot
2nd Half67-96Eli Ellis makes driving layup

Win probability

Above the line favours South Carolina Gamecocks, below favours UAlbany Great Danes.