Meechie Johnson Signs ‘Exhibit 10’ Deal with Los Angeles Lakers
The former Gamecocks star has secured a guaranteed training‑camp spot with the Lakers, opening a pathway to a two‑way or full‑time contract.
Aug 31, 2026
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South Carolina Gamecocks Basketball Holds Roster Steady Amid NCAA Eligibility Shifts
With 15 players on the roster and a court‑approved fifth season for 2022 high school graduates, Coach Lamont Paris explains why the Gamecocks are not planning additions, even as the NCAA appeals the injunction.
Aug 19, 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
Denzel Aberdeen’s Fifth‑Year Eligibility Bid Could Tip Florida’s Championship Odds
Denzel Aberdeen, a clutch guard returning for a fifth year, may be the key piece for Florida as the team seeks to convert close-game experience into a national championship.
Jul 28, 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
Marcus Johnson Set to Shape South Carolina’s Basketball Outlook
Freshman guard Marcus Johnson, a two‑time Mr. Ohio honoree, is expected to make an immediate impact for the South Carolina Gamecocks despite a roster crowded with transfers and seniors.
Jun 27, 2026
South Carolina Gamecocks Bolster 2026‑27 Roster with International Additions
The Gamecocks finalize their roster for the upcoming season, adding a Brazilian power forward recovering from injury and two domestic prospects, while preparing for a summer of exhibition play.
Jun 19, 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
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