In a thrilling match on Thursday night, South Carolina secured an 84-72 victory over Mercer, with standout performances from senior Jamarii Thomas and junior Zachary Davis. Thomas led the Gamecocks with 19 points, including four 3-pointers, while Davis contributed a career-high 18 points along with five rebounds. South Carolina also saw solid performances from Collin Murray-Boyles and Jacobi Wright, scoring 16 and 11 points respectively.
Mercer put up a tough fight, with Tyler Johnson leading the Bears with 15 points, followed by Alex Holt and Angel Montas Jr. with 14 points each. Despite a close first half, South Carolina took the lead and maintained it for the remainder of the game. The victory marked the first time the two teams had faced off since 2001.
South Carolina’s strong performance included making a season-high 12 triples and outscoring Mercer in bench and fastbreak points. Thomas, Davis, and Murray-Boyles were the standout players of the game, showcasing their talent and contributing to the team’s success.
Looking ahead, the Gamecocks will face Xavier in the Fort Myers Tip-Off on Monday, followed by a match against either Virginia Tech or Michigan on Wednesday. With their recent victory and impressive performances, South Carolina is poised for continued success in the upcoming games.
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