Missouri vs South Carolina Prediction 2/7/2026 Today’s College Basketball Picks

In this article we will formulate a Missouri vs South Carolina prediction for this College Basketball game on Saturday, February 7th at Colonial Life Arena in Columbia, South Carolina. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this College Basketball matchup.

Missouri Tigers Betting Preview

The Missouri Tigers are 15-7 (5-4) this season after they defeated Mississippi State by a score of 84-79 in their last game. Missouri led 42-35 at halftime, but they were outscored 44-42 in the second half in the win. The Tigers shot 43% from the field, 35% on three pointers, and 76% on free throws in the game. Mark Mitchell led Missouri with 19 points and seven rebounds, while T.O. Barrett added 16 points and eight rebounds in the win. 

Prior to that game, Missouri lost to Alabama by a score of 90-64, but did beat Oklahoma by a score of 88-87 before that. The Tigers have scored 80.4 points per game with 36.7 rebounds and 14.6 assists per game, while they have allowed 74.0 points against per game this season. Mark Mitchell is averaging 17.5 points and 5.5 rebounds per game, while Jacob Crews is averaging 10.8 points and 4.3 rebounds per game for the Tigers. Missouri is shooting 49.3% from the field, 67.4% on free throws, and 34.7% on three pointers this season. 

South Carolina Gamecocks Betting Preview

The South Carolina Gamecocks are 11-12 (2-8) this year after they lost to Texas by a score of 84-75 in their last game. South Carolina trailed 35-31 at halftime and they allowed 49 points in the second half in the loss. The Gamecocks shot 50% from the field, 18% on three pointers, and 79% on free throws in the game. Meechie Johnson led South Carolina with 35 points and six assists, while Elijah Strong added 12 points and three rebounds in the loss. 

Prior to that game, South Carolina lost to LSU by a score of 92-87 and Florida by a score of 95-48. The Gamecocks have scored 77.3 points per game with 33.4 rebounds and 13.9 assists per game, while they have allowed 75.3 points against per game this season. Meechie Johnson is averaging 16.5 points and 4.3 assists per game, while Elijah Strong is averaging 10.7 points and 2.6 rebounds per game for the Gamecocks. South Carolina is shooting 44.8% from the field, 78.5% on free throws, and 31.5% on three pointers this year. 

Why the South Carolina Gamecocks will win

• South Carolina has won 19 of its last 22 games at Colonial Life Arena against non-AP-ranked opponents.
• Missouri has lost four of its last five games at Colonial Life Arena.
• Missouri has lost the first half in four of its last five games at Colonial Life Arena.

Why the Missouri Tigers will win

• South Carolina has lost 14 of its last 15 day games against the Southeastern Conference.
• Missouri has won each of its last four games when playing with a rest advantage.
• Missouri has won the first half in three of its last four games against South Carolina.

Total Points Facts

• Each of South Carolina’s last four home games against non-AP-ranked opponents have produced a total of 161+ points.
• Six of Missouri’s last seven day games against Conference opponents have produced a total of 148+ points.

Missouri vs South Carolina Prediction 

South Carolina comes into this matchup on a four game losing streak and they have allowed at least 84 points in all four of those losses. The Gamecocks are shooting 45% from the field, but they have scored 75 and 87 points in their last two games. Missouri has won two of their last three games and they are shooting 49% from the field. The Tigers have scored at least 84 points in two of their last three games, but their defense is also struggling. Take the over here.

David Racey's Pick: Over 146.5