Gamecocks win Thriller over Ole Miss

Junior guard Eric Smith hit a go-ahead three-pointer with 27 seconds left to give South Carolina a 63-62 conference win over Ole Miss at Colonial Life Arena on Wednesday night. Freshman forward Michael Carrera notched his fifth double double of the season with 13 points and 13 rebounds, both were team-highs. In addition to hitting his first collegiate game-winner, Smith scored 12 and dished out five assists; both were highs in conference play this season. With the win, South Carolina improves to 13-13 overall and 3-10 in the SEC. On Saturday, the Gamecocks will continue SEC play as they face Georgia at 2pm in Athens.