Texas Longhorns Outpace South Carolina Gamecocks in Moody Center Showdown

The Texas Longhorns improved their record to 84-75, while the South Carolina Gamecocks fell to 75-84 in a competitive matchup at the Moody Center. The game was marked by a series of lead changes and ties, with both teams showcasing their skills on the court.

First Half

The first half saw an intense battle as both teams exchanged leads multiple times. The Longhorns managed to secure a slight edge by halftime, leading 35-31. Dailyn Swain played a crucial role for the Horns, contributing significantly with his scoring and rebounding efforts. His performance helped keep Texas ahead despite strong resistance from the Cocks.

Second Half

In the second half, Texas extended their lead thanks to effective teamwork and strategic plays. Chendall Weaver's perfect shooting percentage added valuable points off the bench, while Simeon Wilcher's playmaking abilities facilitated smooth ball movement across the court. The Burnt Orange capitalized on fast break opportunities, outscoring South Carolina in transition points.

Final Outcome

As time wound down, Texas maintained control of the game through disciplined defense and efficient free throw shooting at 81 percent accuracy. Despite South Carolina's attempts to close the gap with impressive field goal percentages inside the paint, they couldn't overcome Texas' balanced attack and depth.

The final score read 84-75 in favor of Texas Longhorns vs South Carolina Gamecocks final score at Moody Center.

Looking ahead, fans can catch more action when Texas hosts Ole Miss Rebels on February 7th at Moody Center in Austin. Tune into ESPN2 for live coverage starting at 2:00 PM EDT.

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