South Carolina Defeats Mississippi State 97-89

Gamecocks win in SEC matchup

Feb. 21, 2026 at 8:40pm

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In a Southeastern Conference basketball matchup, the University of South Carolina Gamecocks defeated the Mississippi State Bulldogs by a score of 97-89. The game took place on February 21, 2026.

Why it matters

This was an important conference game for both teams as they jockey for position in the SEC standings. South Carolina's win helps bolster their tournament resume, while Mississippi State's loss is a setback in their quest to make the NCAA Tournament.

The details

The Gamecocks were led by a strong offensive performance, scoring 97 points and shooting over 50% from the field. Mississippi State kept the game close, but ultimately could not overcome South Carolina's balanced attack.

  • The game was played on February 21, 2026.

The players

University of South Carolina Gamecocks

The men's basketball team representing the University of South Carolina.

Mississippi State Bulldogs

The men's basketball team representing Mississippi State University.

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The takeaway

This was an important conference win for South Carolina as they look to improve their tournament resume, while Mississippi State will need to regroup and try to get back on track in SEC play.