SEC Bolsters 2026‑27 Roster with High‑Impact Transfers
The SEC is reshaping its basketball lineup for the 2026‑27 season, targeting high‑impact transfers across member schools.
Aug 23, 2026
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South Carolina Men’s Basketball Secures Two Dominant Wins at Baha Mar Summer League
South Carolina opened its Baha Mar Hoops Summer League campaign with back‑to‑back victories, highlighted by Kory Mincy’s scoring and a balanced attack that emphasized defense and three‑point shooting.
Aug 11, 2026
South Carolina Men’s Basketball Crushes Bahamas in Baha Mar Summer League Opener
The Gamecocks opened their summer league campaign with an 86‑46 win, highlighted by a stifling defense and balanced scoring from a deep roster.
Aug 10, 2026
South Carolina Gamecocks’ Point Guard Duo Poised for 2026‑27 Breakout
Coach Lamont Paris expresses confidence in his point guards, Kory Mincy and Marcus Johnson, as the Gamecocks prepare for the 2026‑27 season, highlighting their complementary skills and summer league progress.
Aug 9, 2026
Kory Mincy Brings Leadership and Vision to South Carolina Basketball
Kory Mincy, a senior point guard from East Point, Georgia, joins the South Carolina Gamecocks with a track record of scoring, playmaking and community‑focused leadership, aiming to shape the team’s future both on and off the court.
Aug 9, 2026
South Carolina Overpowers Victoria Vikes in Baha Mar Summer League Finale
South Carolina’s men’s basketball team secured a 94‑81 win over the Victoria Vikes, outscoring them 52‑41 in the second half and forcing 18 turnovers. The victory sets up a final clash with The Bahamas National Team, streamed live on FloSports via Amazon Prime.
Aug 9, 2026
South Carolina Opens Summer League with 94-81 Win Over Victoria
The University of South Carolina men’s basketball team opened its Baha Mar Hoops Summer League campaign with a 94-81 victory over Victoria, Canada, highlighted by a 54.5% second-half shooting clip, 18 forced turnovers and a 27-14 run that propelled them to a 69-54 lead.
Aug 8, 2026
South Carolina Men’s Basketball Heads to the Bahamas for Summer League Showdown
The Gamecocks will play two summer league games in the Bahamas, facing Victoria from Canada and the Bahamian national team, with live coverage on FloSports and StatBroadcast.
Aug 7, 2026
South Carolina Gamecocks lock in 2026‑27 SEC schedule amid roster overhaul
The Gamecocks finalized their SEC slate, beginning Jan. 2 at LSU and ending March 6 at Georgia, while welcoming a dozen newcomers, including five international players.
Jul 27, 2026
Paris Eyes Balanced Backcourt for South Carolina’s 2026‑27 Campaign
South Carolina coach Lamont Paris discusses the team's versatile point‑guard rotation, highlighting veteran Kory Mincy, freshman Marcus Johnson and the supporting cast that can all handle the ball.
Jul 5, 2026
South Carolina Adds Trio of Talented Players Ahead of 2026‑27 Season
The University of South Carolina announces the completion of its men’s basketball roster for the upcoming 2026‑27 campaign, welcoming three new prospects who bring a mix of international experience and domestic pedigree.
Jun 19, 2026
Brazilian Power Forward Commits to South Carolina Gamecocks
The Gamecocks have added a promising international player to their roster, bringing both upside and uncertainty due to injury.
Jun 19, 2026
Brazilian Forward Mathias Vazquez Commits to South Carolina Gamecocks
South Carolina lands Brazilian prospect Mathias Vazquez amid injury setbacks and roster overhaul.
Jun 19, 2026
South Carolina Basketball Lands Spanish Forward Hugo Lopez for 2026‑27
Hugo Lopez, a 22‑year‑old forward who spent four seasons in Spain's second professional league, has committed to the University of South Carolina, becoming the eighth addition to the program's recruiting class.
Jun 18, 2026
South Carolina Basketball Preps for Bahamian Exhibition Tour
The University of South Carolina men's basketball team will play two exhibition games in the Bahamas from August 7-11, marking the second time under head coach Lamont Paris that the program will compete internationally.
Jun 18, 2026
Hugo Lopez Commits to South Carolina Gamecocks
The 22‑year‑old forward from Spain has signed with the University of South Carolina, bringing a blend of size, shooting efficiency and rebounding to a roster that is rapidly assembling a global talent pool.
Jun 17, 2026
South Carolina Basketball Secures Spanish Forward Hugo Lopez Amid Roster Overhaul
Hugo Lopez, a 22‑year‑old forward from Spain, has pledged to the University of South Carolina for the 2026‑27 season, joining a rebuilding roster that has lost twelve players and added six transfers.
Jun 17, 2026
South Carolina Basketball Lands Versatile Forward Juan Fernandez
The University of South Carolina announced the commitment of 6‑11 forward Juan Fernandez, a 23‑year‑old Argentine‑Spanish player whose five seasons in Spain’s top league and four years with the national team bring a blend of skill and seasoning to the SEC.
Jun 15, 2026
Tony Skinn Extends Contract Through 2032, Cementing George Mason’s Rise
George Mason University has locked in head coach Tony Skinn through the 2031‑32 season, rewarding a transformative tenure that includes record wins, conference titles and player development milestones.
Jun 11, 2026
South Carolina Gamecocks Secure Argentine Big Man Juan Fernandez for Upcoming Season
Juan Fernandez, a 6‑foot‑11 Argentine forward, is set to join the University of South Carolina men’s basketball team, bringing professional experience in Spain and national team accolades as the Gamecocks embark on a sweeping overhaul of their lineup.
Jun 1, 2026
Atlantic 10 Power Rankings: Who Will Lead the 2026‑27 Season?
VCU and Saint Louis shared the conference crown last year, but a wave of departures and newcomers sets the stage for a competitive 2026‑27 campaign.
May 25, 2026
SEC Basketball’s Shifting Landscape Ahead of Next Season
The SEC entered the recent NCAA tournament with ten representatives, a drop from fourteen the year before, yet the conference continues to punch above its weight in both football and basketball, underscoring its enduring brand of competition. This offseason, the league has been shaped by a flurry of moves in the NBA draft and the transfer portal, with several marquee names deciding their next steps, a trend that has immediate implications for the upcoming campaign. Among the programs feeling the ripple effects are the South Carolina Gamecocks, who finished the 2025‑26 season with a 13‑19 overall record and a 4‑14 mark in conference play, a result that has prompted a thorough reshaping of the squad. Key departures include guards Meechie Johnson, forward Mike Sharavjamts and big man Kobe Knox, while the team is expected to retain Grant Polk and Hayden Assemian. New faces such as guard Kory Mincy, forward Shane Blakeney and forward Aleksas Bieliauskas have joined the roster, bringing fresh energy and the prospect of a different offensive dynamic. Mincy is slated to assume the lead‑guard role, and sophomores Davion Hannah and Bieliauskas are being counted on to take larger steps forward. The defensive unit also looks promising, bolstered by the arrivals of Camden Hiede and Jakub Necas, who could help tighten the paint and generate more stops. Despite the defensive upgrades, the coaching staff has flagged scoring as the most pressing concern, noting that the team will need to convert more of its opportunities if it hopes to climb back into contention.
May 23, 2026