South Carolina Triumphs Over Mercer in Competitive Matchup

The Gamecocks relied on strong second-half performances and efficient shooting to secure an 84-72 victory at home.

Jamarii Thomas led South Carolina with 19 points, including 12 in the second half, while Zachary Davis contributed 18 points and five rebounds off the bench.
South Carolina shot 49.1% from the field and 44.4% from three-point range, outpacing Mercer’s 45.6% shooting and 46.2% three-point accuracy.
Mercer briefly took a 60-59 lead in the second half, but South Carolina responded with a decisive 25-12 run over the final 10 minutes to secure the win.
Myles Stute’s critical three-pointer with 7:41 remaining extended South Carolina’s lead to 70-62, marking a turning point in the game.
The Gamecocks will next face Xavier on Monday in the Fort Myers Tip-Off, aiming to build on their momentum from this hard-fought victory.