South Carolina Gamecocks vs Florida Gators NCAAB Betting Pick & Prediction for 2/17

The South Carolina Gamecocks will visit the Florida Gators on Tuesday, February 17, 2026. The game will take place at Exactech Arena in Gainesville, FL. This Southeastern Conference game will start at 7:00 PM ET and will be shown on SECN. Florida is the favorite, with a spread of -23.5, while South Carolina has a spread of +23.5. The moneyline shows the Gators at -10000 and the Gamecocks at +2300. The over/under for the game is set at 153.5 points.

South Carolina Gamecocks vs Florida Gators Game Day Info

  • Sport: College Basketball
  • Teams: South Carolina Gamecocks vs Florida Gators
  • Venue: Exactech Arena, Gainesville FL
  • Date: Tuesday, February 17, 2026 at 7:00 PM ET
  • Betting Odds:
    • South Carolina Spread: +23.5 (-113)
    • Florida Spread: -23.5 (-112)
    • South Carolina MoneyLine: +2300
    • Florida MoneyLine: -10000
    • Over: 153.5 (-112)
    • Under: 153.5 (-109)

South Carolina Gamecocks Team Preview

The South Carolina Gamecocks have struggled recently, losing their last three games. Against Alabama, they put up 75 points but fell short with a 14-point loss. Meechie Johnson was a standout with 26 points, while Kobe Knox contributed 21 points.

The Gamecocks’ offensive stats show some strengths and weaknesses. They average 76.4 points per game, placing them at 195th in the nation. Their field goal percentage is 44.1, which ranks 266th, indicating room for improvement.

Their record this season stands at 11-14, with a poor 1-7 record in away games. Their performance as underdogs has also been challenging, with only 2 wins out of 15 games. The team hopes to turn things around with a stronger showing in upcoming games.

Florida Gators Team Preview

The Florida Gators are coming off a strong performance against the Kentucky Wildcats with a 92-83 win. Thomas Haugh led the team with 17 points and 8 rebounds. Xaivian Lee also contributed significantly with 22 points in just 25 minutes.

In their previous game, the Gators secured an 86-66 victory over the Georgia Bulldogs. Xaivian Lee was again a key player with 18 points and 7 assists. Rueben Chinyelu was dominant on the boards, grabbing 20 rebounds.

Overall, the Gators have a season record of 19-6 and are ranked 12th in the AP poll. They excel in rebounding, with an average of 46.0 per game, which ranks them second nationally. Their recent success includes a 5-0 streak in their last five games.

BTB Betting Pick

For the spread pick, take Florida to cover the -23.5 spread. Florida scores 86.5 points per game, ranking them 20th in the nation, while South Carolina allows many points with a weaker defense. The Gators’ offensive power should lead them to a big win, projected at 95-70.

For the over/under pick, choose the over 153.5. Both teams have high-scoring offenses, with Florida averaging 86.5 points and South Carolina at 76.4 points per game. The projected total of 165 points suggests a high-scoring game, making the over a solid choice.