
Sat Mar 01 18:30:00 UTC 2025: ## Razorbacks to Face Underdog Gamecocks in Columbia
**COLUMBIA, SC** – The South Carolina Gamecocks (11-17, 1-14 SEC) will host the Arkansas Razorbacks (17-11, 6-9 SEC) this Saturday, March 1st, at 1 p.m. EST in a crucial SEC matchup at Colonial Life Arena. Despite their significant difference in conference records, the game is expected to be closely contested, with Arkansas favored by only 1.5 points.
The game will be broadcast on the SEC Network with Roy Philpott and Pat Bradley providing commentary. Fans can also listen to the Gamecock Radio Network broadcast featuring Derek Scott and Casey Manning, available online and on SiriusXM. Streaming options are available via ESPN.com and the ESPN app using TV provider credentials.
Multiple prediction models point to a narrow Arkansas victory. KenPom, Bart Torvik, ESPN’s BPI, and Massey Ratings all predict Arkansas to win, with varying probabilities ranging from 56% to 58.3%. GamecockCentral staff predictions are split, with some favoring Arkansas and others predicting a Gamecock upset.
The over/under for the game is set at 138.5 points. South Carolina’s season record against the spread is 12-15-1, mirroring Arkansas’s record.
Despite their struggles this season, the Gamecocks will be looking to pull off an upset against a formidable Arkansas team. Tip-off is scheduled for 1 p.m. EST on Saturday.