Start time: 4 p.m.
TV: ESPN2
The Gamecocks dropped a frustrating 76-67 result to Providence, despite a strong first half that staked South Carolina to an eight-point halftime lead. The Friars rebounded from their icy performance in the opening stanza, shooting 51 percent from the floor in the second half and going on a couple key runs that kept the Gamecocks safely out of reach. Once again, Maik Kostar and Chris Silva found themselves in foul trouble, and Silva in particular had a poor showing: six points — four from the free-throw line — and three rebounds.