South Carolina vs. Mizzou Basketball Game Predictions and Betting Sites Recommendations
Readyto dive into the SEC showdown between the #14 Mizzou Tigers and the South Carolina Gamecocks? This Tuesday night matchup has an eye-catching 147.5-point total set, and we're seeing an opportunity to cash in on the points.
On the spread side, it's Mizzou as a hefty 14-point favorite, but where the real value lies is on the total. Despite the large spread, the over might just be the play here in this high-octane affair.
South Carolina vs. Mizzou Breakdown
- Spread: Mizzou -14
- Total: 147.5
Get Ready for Fireworks
Offense is paramount in this one, as these two teams combined average 153.8 PPG and surrender 140.7 PPG to opponents. Expect Mizzou to control the pace, averaging 83.7 PPG.
Interestingly enough, Mizzou has hit the over in their last three games, as have the Gamecocks, who can't seem to keep the opposition under wraps, allowing 83.6 PPG themselves. So it's no surprise that a combined average of 153.8 PPG makes this total ripe for the plucking.
South Carolina may struggle defensively, but they've proven to score in bunches as well, averaging 69.1 PPG while allowing over 140 points per game across their last three outings.
Disclaimer
Some of the game stats and averages mentioned may not be directly applicable to this specific game, but they do provide context to the overall offensive and defensive abilities of both Mizzou and South Carolina.
- For the South Carolina versus Mizzou matchup, the total points set is 147.5, offering a potential betting opportunity with the over seeming attractive given the high-scoring nature of both teams.
- On betting sites, Mizzou is a 14-point favorite in this Tuesday night SEC showdown, but the focus should be on the total with odds looking favorable for an over in this offensively oriented game.
- In terms of points per game (PPG), Mizzou averages 83.7 PPG while South Carolina averages 69.1 PPG, but both teams have been giving up considerable points to opponents.
- South Carolina has been struggling defensively, allowing an average of over 140 PPG in their last three games, while simultaneously scoring in bunches, averaging 69.1 PPG during the same period.
- Mizzou has shown a trend of hitting the over in their last three games, with the Gamecocks also having difficulty containing opponents, allowing an average of 83.6 PPG.
- As the total points average for these teams combined is 153.8 PPG, this matchup, especially in sports like basketball, could result in a high-scoring affair with potential for fireworks.
