Marcus Johnson scores 20, South Carolina defeats Saint Peter’s 77-41

Marcus Johnson delivered a standout performance, scoring 20 points, contributing six assists, and amassing five steals as South Carolina defeated Saint Peter’s 77-41 on Tuesday night. The Gamecocks showcased their dominance, shooting 47% overall, including 60% from three-point range, and converting 26 of their 34 free throw attempts.

Aleksas Bieliauskas chipped in with 11 points, while Davion Hannah added 10 points and six rebounds. South Carolina's first-half strong play, marked by multiple 9-0 runs, gave them an early 20-point lead. The Peacocks, who went 0-4 heading into the game, managed only 17 points during the half. Xavier Thomas chipped in with 15 points for Saint Peter’s, and Bryce Eaton contributed 10.

Despite their struggles on the scoring front, Saint Peter’s struggled to score, hitting just 26% from the field and 18% from beyond the arc. The win keeps South Carolina's winning streak at three games in a row, marking their third consecutive season with such success under head coach Lamont Paris.