The Citadel at South Carolina — Picks & Prediction for Saturday, December 13, 2025

By: Garrett Beaverson Published 12/13/2025, 05:40 AM ET

The Citadel Bulldogs travel to Columbia, South Carolina to take on the South Carolina Gamecocks on Saturday, December 13, 2025. Get in on the action with our free college basketball free picks.

The Citadel Bulldogs Analysis

The Bulldogs have shown some balance lately, but continue to struggle against stronger competition.

Team Metrics & Style

The Citadel is averaging 72.5 points per game while shooting 43.1 % overall and 32.9 % from three-point range.

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Rebounding is modest at 34.5 per game, and the Bulldogs are averaging about 12.9 assists and 5.2 steals per contest, showing some ball movement and defensive activity.
Braxton Williams leads the scoring with 10.8 PPG and Christian Moore adds 10.3 PPG from the perimeter. Sola Adebisi provides interior presence with about 9.4 points and a team-best 5.7 rebounds per game.

Strengths:

balanced scoring contributions from multiple players gives some offensive versatility.
ball movement and defensive activity help generate transition opportunities.
recent 98–73 win over Southern Wesleyan demonstrated they can get hot offensively from both inside and outside.

Weaknesses:

road struggles — they are 0-3 away and have lost their last four games when not in McAlister Field House.
South Carolina presents a much tougher test both offensively and defensively.
the Bulldogs allow teams to shoot efficiently inside the arc, making containment difficult in hostile environments.

South Carolina Gamecocks Analysis

South Carolina has been efficient and dynamic, particularly at home, and appears to be hitting its stride entering this matchup.

Team Metrics & Style

The Gamecocks average 81.1 points per game while shooting about 46.0 % overall and 32.8 % from three-point range.
They average 35.8 rebounds, 15.9 assists, and 5.0 steals per game, indicating balanced offense and active defense.
South Carolina’s leading scorer, Meechie Johnson Jr., averages 15.1 PPG. Mike Sharavjamts adds 11.3 PPG and 6.6 rebounds, with Elijah Strong and Eli Ellis also in double figures.

Strengths:

efficient scoring from both guards and forwards keeps opposing defenses honest.
strong rebounding and ball movement help dictate pace and possession control.
excellent home record (6-1 at Colonial Life Arena), where hostile crowd and familiarity boost execution.

Weaknesses:

occasional lapses away from home in neutral environments (though less relevant here).
three-point efficiency could dip against teams that contest perimeter shooters well — though the Bulldogs aren’t likely to slow them enough to stress this.

Standout Players & Key Matchups

For The Citadel:
- Braxton Williams — perimeter threat who can light up from deep.
- Christian Moore — capable shooter and scorer in catch-and-shoot situations.
For South Carolina:
- Meechie Johnson Jr. — primary scoring engine with efficiency inside and out.
- Mike Sharavjamts — strong rebounding presence and secondary scorer.

South Carolina vs The Citadel Prediction Reasoning

South Carolina’s offensive firepower, balanced scoring, and strong home performance give them a clear edge in this matchup. The Citadel’s recent offensive outing shows they can score in bunches, but road struggles and defensive lapses make it difficult to expect them to contain a well-rounded Gamecocks team. The best sportsbooks are the best way to go when you are betting on the Citadel. Make sure you know about how the fans are looking on prediction markets for South Carolina with the Onyx Odds promo code. Getting the most out of your bets on The Citadel vs South Carolina can be done by using the Fanatics Sportsbook promo code.

Expect South Carolina to build a lead early, control tempo, and pull away in the second half as The Citadel fights to keep pace.

Final Score Projection: South Carolina 87, The Citadel 61

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