East Carolina Pirates vs South Carolina Gamecocks Matchup

Read on to get betting odds and analysis in our East Carolina vs South Carolina NCAA Basketball prediction and preview and see who we think will win and cover the spread in Columbia.

East Carolina vs South Carolina Prediction

The Pirates and Gamecocks are set to face off at 2:00 ET on SEC. The Gamecocks will host the game at Colonial Life Arena in Columbia, SC. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 135.5 points, and South Carolina is favored by -10.5 at home against East Carolina.

East Carolina vs. South Carolina Matchup At A Glance

  • Sport: NCAAB
  • Teams: East Carolina Pirates at South Carolina Gamecocks
  • Where: Columbia at Colonial Life Arena
  • Date: Saturday, December 7th
  • Betting Odds SC -10.5, ECAR +415 | SC -590 O/U 135.5

Pirates Preview: Is a Road Win Possible for East Carolina?

East Carolina Pirates Recent Game/Games

East Carolina fell to 5-2 on the season after a 67-53 home loss to UNCW on Tuesday. The Pirates, who were -6.5 favorites, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread.

After trailing 34-28 at halftime, ECU managed just 25 points in the 2nd half while allowing 33. The game’s total points of 120 fell short of the O/U line of 140.

Pirates Offense Breakdown

East Carolina struggled offensively in their last game, scoring just 53 points on 34.5% shooting from the field. They connected on only 4 of 21 attempts from beyond the arc, hitting just 19% of their threes, with an effective field goal percentage of 38.2%.

C.J. Walker and Jordan Riley were bright spots, with Walker shooting 50% from the field and Riley hitting 54.5%. Riley also contributed 7 rebounds, while Donovan Newby added 6 assists despite shooting 0-for-3 from three-point range.

Pirates Team Defense

East Carolina's defense was strong, holding their opponent to just 67 points on 34% shooting from the field. They limited damage inside, with the other team hitting 44% of their two-point attempts, going 15/34.

From beyond the arc, East Carolina's defense was even more effective, as they allowed just 4 threes on 21 attempts, a 19% success rate. They also sent the opponent to the free-throw line 15 times, where they made 11, shooting 73%.

Gamecocks Preview: Can South Carolina Live Up to the Hype at Home?

South Carolina improved to 5-3 on the season with a 73-51 road win over Boston College on Tuesday. The Gamecocks, who entered the game as -4.5 favorites, covered the spread, while the total points of 124 fell short of the 137.5 O/U line.

South Carolina took control early, leading 36-19 at halftime. They scored 37 points in the 2nd half while allowing 32, maintaining their strong defensive performance throughout the game.

Gamecocks Offense Breakdown

South Carolina put up 73 points in their latest game, shooting 46% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 56%, thanks in large part to their 52.6% shooting from beyond the arc, hitting 10 of 19 attempts.

Inside the arc, the Gamecocks shot just 41.9% on two-point attempts, going 13 for 31. They also connected on 17 of 25 free throws, good for 68%. Collin Murray-Boyles led the way with 16 points and 14 rebounds, while Chad Venning added 12 points and 6 boards.

Gamecocks Team Defense

South Carolina's defense was on point, allowing just 51 points while holding their opponent to 33% shooting from the field. The Gamecocks limited two-point opportunities, with the other team going 17/41 for 41%.

From beyond the arc, South Carolina's defense was even more effective, as they gave up just 2 threes on 16 attempts, a 12% shooting rate. The Gamecocks also sent their opponent to the line 18 times, where they hit 11 free throws for 61%.

Pirates vs Gamecocks Betting Odds, Trends & Analysis

  • When looking at their past five road matchups, East Carolina has an ATS record of 1-4 while averaging 65 per game. The team went 1-4 overall in these games.
  • The Gamecocks are 3-2 ATS in their last home games and 3-2 straight-up.
  • In their last five games as the betting underdog, the Pirates have a straight up record of 2-3 and an ATS mark of 3-2.
  • South Carolina has done well both straight up and vs the spread when favored to win the game, going 5-0 SU and 5-0 ATS in their last five games.

East Carolina vs South Carolina Prediction & Free Pick

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