South Carolina's women's basketball team is all set to make a significant impact with their late-night top 10 matchup on Thursday. The No. 4 Gamecocks, with a current record of 7-1, will host the No. 9 Duke Blue Devils in Colonial Life Arena for the 2024 SEC/ACC Challenge. This is their first game since the Fort Myers Tip-Off tournament where they emerged victorious with a 2-0 record, defeating then No. 15 Iowa State on Thursday and Purdue on Saturday. In a previous encounter on Dec. 3, 2023, South Carolina beat Duke 77-61 in the Jimmy V Classic.

Coaches with Accomplishments

Both South Carolina and Duke have accomplished coaches in Kara Lawson and Dawn Staley. Lawson is looking for her second SEC win, while Staley aims for her third straight win of the season. These coaches bring their unique strategies and leadership to the court, adding an extra layer of excitement to the game.

Game Details

Date: Dec. 5, 2024Time: 9 p.m. ETLocation: Colonial Life Arena in Columbia, South CarolinaTV channel: ESPNStreaming: FUBORadio: 107.5 FM and Sirius XM Ch 84

Live Stream Options

South Carolina women's basketball vs. Duke will be broadcast nationally on ESPN with Courtney Lyle and Carolyn Peck providing the play-by-play. Streaming options for the game include FUBO, ensuring that fans can catch all the action from the comfort of their homes.

Predictions

South Carolina 82, Duke 70: The Blue Devils are undoubtedly talented and well-coached by Lawson. However, Staley's team has shown significant improvement in the last two games, playing better and stronger. They are likely to capitalize on their recent form and come out on top in this highly anticipated matchup.

Injury Updates

All 13 players for South Carolina are available and ready to give their best on the court. This gives the team a full roster to work with and increases their chances of a successful performance.

Basketball Schedule

Current record: 7-1Next five games:Dec. 8. at TCU (7 p.m., ESPN2)Dec. 15 vs USF (2 p.m., SEC Network)Dec. 19 vs Charleston Southern (6 p.m., SEC Network+)Dec. 29 vs Wofford (2 p.m., SEC Network)Jan 2. at Missouri (7 p.m., SEC Network)Duke basketball schedule 2024-25Current record: 8-1Dec. 8 vs Virginia TechDec. 18 vs WoffordDec. 21 at South FloridaJan. 2 at Boston CollegeJan. 5 vs Pitt

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