Gamecocks MBB Take on Texas Longhorns: Injury Report, Betting Lines, and How to Watch

Gamecocks MBB to Face Texas Longhorns – Injury Updates, Betting Odds, and Viewing Info

Tonight, February 22, 2025, the South Carolina Gamecocks will square off against the Texas Longhorns at Colonial Life Arena in Columbia, South Carolina. Tip-off is set for 8:30 PM ET.

Injury Updates:

• Texas Longhorns: Forward Arthur Kaluma and Devon Pryor are both listed as probable for the game.
• South Carolina Gamecocks: Myles Stute, the Gamecocks’ guard, will not play tonight due to injury.

Betting Odds: According to FanDuel Sportsbook, the betting odds for this matchup are as follows:

• Point Spread: Texas favored by 3.5 points (-3.5)
• Moneyline: Texas -152, South Carolina +126
• Over/Under: 138.5 total points

The Gamecocks (10-16, 0-13 SEC) are hoping to break their 13-game losing streak, while the Longhorns (16-10, 5-8 SEC) are aiming to boost their position in the SEC standings.

How to Watch:

• Date & Time: Saturday, February 22, 2025, at 8:30 PM ET
• Broadcast: SEC Network, or stream the game live on FuboTV by signing up for free here.

Stay tuned for updates and more as we get ready for this exciting SEC showdown!

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Recent Ranking Changes Elevate South Carolina Football Target to 4-Star Status

South Carolina Football Recruiting Target Tamarion Watkins Boosted to 4-Star Status

We’re closely following South Carolina’s pursuit of Tamarion Watkins, one of the top football recruits in the Palmetto State. The Northwestern High School standout is a physical force on the field, standing at an imposing 6’4″ and weighing 201 pounds. His combination of size and athleticism has caught the attention of major programs, including Georgia, who have shown interest in potentially using him as a linebacker. However, USC defensive backs coach Torrian Gray sees him more as a versatile, long safety for the Gamecocks’ secondary. On3, along with other major recruiting outlets, currently ranks him as a safety.

Recent updates to the 2026 rankings have propelled Watkins to a prestigious position. He now holds a fourth-star ranking in the On3 industry composite rankings—a weighted average from On3, 247Sports, ESPN, and Rivals. This jump comes after On3, 247Sports, and Rivals all updated their rankings in recent weeks. Watkins is now placed at No. 312 nationally, No. 7 in South Carolina, and No. 26 among safeties nationwide. Rivals is especially high on Watkins, ranking him as the No. 125 player in the nation and the top recruit in South Carolina.

Notably, GamecockCentral’s Chris Clark recently included Watkins on a list of prospects who could soon earn South Carolina’s On3 RPM picks. Clark reports that despite a competitive offer list, South Carolina has positioned itself well in Watkins’ recruitment.

As of now, the Gamecocks have five commitments in the 2026 class, currently ranked 14th overall. This group includes 4-star safety J’Zavien Currence, 4-star tight end Jamel Howse, 4-star linebacker/EDGE Keenan Britt, 3-star defensive back Peyton Dyer, and 3-star offensive lineman Anthony Baxter. Interestingly, both Currence and Baxter are from Rock Hill, just like Watkins.

Stay tuned for more updates on this rising prospect and South Carolina’s recruiting efforts.