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Can South Carolina Gamecocks Maintain Their Winning Streak at Bud Walton Arena?

As the South Carolina Gamecocks prepare to face off against the Arkansas Razorbacks at Bud Walton Arena, fans are eager to see if their team can continue their impressive performance. The Gamecocks have been on a winning streak, showcasing a strong offense and defense in recent games.


Jan 22, 2023; Columbia, South Carolina, USA; South Carolina Gamecocks forward Aliyah Boston (4) shoots over Arkansas Razorbacks forward Maryam Dauda (30) in the first half at Colonial Life Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Blake-USA TODAY Sports

In their last matchup against the Lady Bulldogs, the Gamecocks secured a comfortable victory with a 70-56 scoreline. Their offensive prowess was evident as they shot 44 percent from the field and an impressive 53 percent from two-point range. Defensively, they dominated with seven blocks and ten steals, contributing to their fast break points tally of 15.


The trend continued when they visited Thompson-Boling Arena to take on the Lady Volunteers. Despite an environment not in their favor, South Carolina emerged victorious with a score of 66-55. They maintained solid field goal shooting at 40 percent while dominating inside with 48 points in paint.


Jan 22, 2023; Columbia, South Carolina, USA; South Carolina Gamecocks guard Zia Cooke (1) attempts an over the shoulder shot after being fouled against the Arkansas Razorbacks in the first half at Colonial Life Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Blake-USA TODAY Sports

Against UConn Huskies back home at Colonial Life Arena, the Gamecocks put up an emphatic performance by scoring 83 points and limiting their opponents to just 65. Their shooting was consistent again at 46 percent from the field and even more impressive from beyond the arc hitting at a rate of 37 percent.


The upcoming game is set for March first at two AM Eastern Time (March first) or midnight Central Time (February twenty-eighth), reflecting time zone differences between South Carolina and Arkansas. Fans can catch all the action live as it unfolds in Fayetteville's Bud Walton Arena – known for its vibrant atmosphere which could pose an additional challenge for visiting teams.


Jan 22, 2023; Columbia, South Carolina, USA; South Carolina Gamecocks guard Zia Cooke (1) is fouled by Arkansas Razorbacks guard Makayla Daniels (43) in the first half at Colonial Life Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Blake-USA TODAY Sports

With such strong statistical trends backing them up, including higher assist-to-turnover ratios in recent games compared to earlier seasons, it's clear that South Carolina is looking formidable as they head into this clash. Will these trends continue? Or will playing away throw them off balance? Only time will tell if they can keep up this level of play away from home comforts.

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