Arkansas vs South Carolina Prediction 3/1/25 College Basketball Picks

In this article we will formulate an Arkansas vs South Carolina prediction for this College Basketball game on Saturday, March 1st at Colonial Life Arena in Columbia, South Carolina. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this College Basketball matchup.

Arkansas Razorbacks Betting Preview

The Arkansas Razorbacks are 17-11 (6-9) this year after they defeated Texas in overtime by a score of 86-81 in their last game. Arkansas led 42-30 at halftime, but they only scored 27 points in the second half, before getting the win in overtime. The Razorbacks shot 46.6% from the field, 52.9% on three pointers, and 74.2% on free throws in the game. Zvonimir Ivisic led Arkansas with 18 points and seven rebounds, while DJ Wagner added 16 points and five assists in the win. 

Prior to that game, the Razorbacks defeated Missouri by a score of 92-85, but lost to Auburn by a score of 67-60 before that. Arkansas has won three of their last five games and they are currently 11th in the SEC standings with a 6-9 record. Arkansas has scored 76.4 points per game and they have allowed 69.9 points against per game, while also averaging 34.9 rebounds and 14.6 assists per game this season. Adou Thiero (questionable) is averaging 15.6 points, 6.0 rebounds, and 2.0 assists per game, while Johnell Davis is averaging 10.7 points, 3.5 rebounds, and 1.7 assists per game this year. Arkansas is shooting 46.8% from the field, 72.8% on free throws, and 33.8% on three pointers this season. 

South Carolina Gamecocks Betting Preview

The South Carolina Gamecocks are 11-17 (1-14) this season after they lost to Missouri by a score of 101-71 in their last game. South Carolina trailed 52-37 at halftime and allowed 49 more points in the second half in the blowout loss. The Gamecocks shot 43.6% from the field, 8.7% on three pointers, and 84% on free throws in the game. Collin Murray-Boyles led South Carolina with 27 points and seven rebounds, while Jamarii Thomas added 17 points and three rebounds in the game. 

Prior to that loss, the Gamecocks defeated Texas by a score of 84-69, but did lose to LSU by a score of 81-67 before that. South Carolina has lost 14 of their last 15 games and they are currently last in the SEC standings with a 1-14 record. South Carolina has scored 70.1 points per game and they have allowed 71.9 points against per game, while also averaging 34.8 rebounds and 12.6 assists per game this season. Collin Murray-Boyles is averaging 16.1 points, 8.5 rebounds, and 2.4 assists per game, while Jamarii Thomas is averaging 13.5 points, 3.2 rebounds, and 3.2 assists per game this year. South Carolina is shooting 43.2% from the field, 70.7% on free throws, and 31.5% on three pointers this season. 

Why Arkansas will beat South Carolina 

• South Carolina has lost 15 of its last 16 games against Conference opponents.
• Arkansas has won four of its last five games at Colonial Life Arena.
• Arkansas has won the first half in each of its last five games at Colonial Life Arena.

Total Points Facts

• Eight of South Carolina’s last nine day games against the Southeastern Conference at Colonial Life Arena have produced a total of 136 or fewer points.
• Nine of Arkansas’ last 12 day games against non-AP-ranked opponents have produced a total of 141+ points.

Arkansas vs South Carolina Prediction 

Arkansas comes into this matchup looking for their third win in a row, as they are trying to stay in the NCAA Tournament conversation, but they will be on the road for this game. The Razorbacks are shooting 46.8% from the field this year, but they are 2-5 in their last seven road games. South Carolina only has one conference win on the season, but it did come in their last home game against Texas. The Gamecocks are shooting 43.2% from the field this year and they have allowed at least 81 points in three of their last four games. I do think South Carolina will put up a fight in this game, but their defense will let them down in the second half. Take Arkansas here.