SE Missouri State vs South Carolina Prediction 11/8/2026 Today’s College Basketball Picks

Southeast Missouri State vs South Carolina Prediction

I might take a stab on the Redhawks here. Southeast Missouri State has taken care of business in two games so far this year, bagging a pair of wins. The Redhawks played Lipscomb in their opener, shooting 48 percent from the field and an impressive 55 percent (11-of-20) from outside along with a 38-33 rebounding advantage. It was a pretty back-and-forth game most of the way, though. The Redhawks’ second matchup went better with a 25-point victory versus an overmatched Webster squad. Southeast Missouri State shot 50 percent from the field in that one but only a tepid 29 percent (6-of-21) from 3-point range and 53 percent (16-of-30) from the line. The Redhawks need to get the ball control down better for this one (15 turnovers).

As for South Carolina, they didn’t have any issues in their opener matchup versus Stetson. The Gamecocks shot 51 percent from the field with just five turnovers and a 35-21 advantage on the boards. Southeast Missouri State is probably a manageable opponent as well (especially at home) but I think the Redhawks can show up well enough for a cover here.

Game Info, Stats and Previews

The Southeast Missouri State Redhawks and the South Carolina Gamecocks meet Sunday in college basketball action from Colonial Life Arena. Here’s a collection of relevant information and reasoning for a sound Southeast Missouri State vs South Carolina prediction. We have looked at this information from a betting perspective and attempted to determine the best Southeast Missouri State vs South Carolina pick. We will also examine the recent form and player performances for both teams, as well as the recent betting trends and streaks pertaining to this matchup. We will tie it all together to the pick summary, resulting in a sensible prediction for a favorable betting outcome in this game.

Southeast Missouri State Redhawks Betting Preview

Southeast Missouri State has two games in the bag so far this year, and two wins to show for it. The first matchup came on Monday versus Lipscomb at Show Me Center in Cape Girardeau. In that one the Redhawks were able to power out an 86-79 victory. Leading the team in the win was Drew Cooper, who came off the bench for 14 points, six boards and three assists in 20 minutes. Fontaine Williams led the starters with 13 points, four boards and four assists.

In game two versus Webster (also at Show Me Center) on Wednesday, the Redhawks got an easier win 90-65. Leading the way in that one was Marqueas Bell with 16 points and 10 rebounds for a double-double. Both Darrion Sutton (five rebounds) and Landren Blocker (four rebounds) had 14 points apiece in the victory effort for the Redhawks.

South Carolina Gamecocks Betting Preview

Over on the South Carolina side, they managed to go a pretty rough 13-19 overall last season with a 4-14 mark in Southeastern Conference games. The Gamecocks landed ahead of only Ole Miss and LSU with that result. South Carolina lost their first game of the SEC Tournament versus Oklahoma and ended their season for good.

Matched up against Stetson in their opener on Tuesday at Colonial Life Arena, South Carolina rolled to an 81-55 victory in front of over 12,000 fans. The Gamecocks were led by Juan Fernandez with 20 points, seven boards and three assists. Camden Heide added 13 points with two boards and two steals, while Davion Hannah came off the bench for 11 points and nine rebounds in 23 minutes.

Southeast Missouri State Redhawks @ South Carolina Gamecocks Betting Trends: November 8, 2026

Why the South Carolina Gamecocks will win

• South Carolina has won 40 of its last 42 games against non-Conference opponents at Colonial Life Arena.
• Southeast Missouri State has lost the first half in each of its last four day games against non-AP-ranked opponents.

Why the Southeast Missouri State Redhawks will win

• Southeast Missouri State has won each of its last five day games.
• South Carolina has lost four of its last five day games at Colonial Life Arena.

Andrew Jett's Pick: Southeast Missouri State Redhawks TBA