GREENSBORO, N.C. – An exciting matchup is set as South Carolina takes on NC State in The Bad Boy Mowers Series – Greensboro this Sunday at First Horizon Coliseum. The exhibition game is slated to tip off at approximately 4:30 p.m. (ET), following the Wolfpack women’s game against Maryland at 2 p.m.
While there won’t be a television broadcast of the event, fans can tune into the radio coverage featuring play-by-play announcer Derek Scott and analyst Casey Manning on 107.5 The Game and local in-state radio affiliates. Live statistics for the game will also be accessible.
Tickets for both Sunday matchups are still available for purchase, allowing fans the opportunity to witness the action firsthand.
The Gamecocks will showcase a revamped roster this season, with 12 new players, including six transfers. Notable among them is All-SEC guard Meechie Johnson, who is returning to the team after two impactful seasons already. Throughout his 63-game career at South Carolina, Johnson maintained an impressive average of 13.4 points, 3.9 rebounds, and 3.2 assists per game. Last season, he led the Gamecocks with a scoring average of 14.1 points per game, contributing to a remarkable 26-8 record that propelled the team back to the NCAA Tournament for the first time since 2017. Head coach Lamont Paris, in his fourth year, was recognized as the 2024 SEC Coach of the Year following a historic turnaround.
Myles Stute, a graduate guard, will also play a pivotal role for South Carolina. After having an injury-plagued season and granted an extra year of eligibility by the NCAA, Stute brings considerable experience to the squad with 65 SEC game appearances and 1,800 minutes played. His impressive shooting skills are evident, boasting a career 3-point percentage of 37.5.
Additionally, the Gamecocks are excited about their remarkable five-man freshman class, led by Eli Ellis. The skilled guard from Hickory, N.C., earned accolades as a two-time Overtime Elite MVP and was instrumental in leading his team to the OTE Championship, averaging 32.1 points, 6.7 assists, 5.7 rebounds, and 1.7 steals during the 2024-25 season.
NC State, under the leadership of new head coach Will Wade, has similarly transformed its roster with nine transfers, most notably Darrion Williams, the Preseason ACC Player of the Year. Williams averaged 15.1 points, 5.5 rebounds, and 3.6 assists per game last season while helping Texas Tech reach the Elite Eight. Wade, who previously coached at LSU and led McNeese State to consecutive NCAA Tournament appearances, will be eager to make his mark with the Wolfpack.
Fans can anticipate a thrilling exhibition as both teams look to establish momentum ahead of the upcoming season. With a blend of returning talent and new faces, this matchup promises to be an exciting preview of the basketball action to come.