South Carolina Defeats Mississippi State in SEC Opener
Meechie Johnson's 24 points and clutch plays in the final seconds secure victory for the Gamecocks.
Overview
- Meechie Johnson led South Carolina to victory over Mississippi State with a team-high 24 points, including a clutch steal and four free throws in the final seconds.
- Johnson scored 15 of his 24 points in the final 11 minutes of the game, helping South Carolina maintain their lead.
- South Carolina outscored Mississippi State 24-9 from beyond the 3-point arc, with Johnson and Myles Stute each connecting on three 3-pointers.
- Despite a four-point play from Josh Hubbard bringing Mississippi State within two points in the final 22 seconds, Johnson's steal and subsequent free throws secured the win for South Carolina.
- South Carolina (13-1, 1-0) will next play at Alabama, while Mississippi State (11-3, 0-1) will host No. 5 Tennessee.