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NCAA Women’s Sweet 16: Oklahoma vs South Carolina Preview, Odds, Predictions (March 28)
Pick rationale
Analysis & key factors
- The Sooners took down Michigan State in the first round.
- The Gamecocks blew out USC in the Round of 32.
- This marks the seventh all-time meeting between the two programs.
The Sweet 16 of the 2026 NCAA Women’s Tournament is nearing its end throughout the March 28 as the Oklahoma Sooners take on the South Carolina Gamecocks. The hosts stand tall as slight favorites for the win, having a game that will see one of these teams get to the Elite Eight.
How to Watch
- When: Saturday, March 28, 5 pm ET
- Where: Golden 1 Center, Sacramento, California
- How to Watch: ESPN
NCAA Matchup Odds & Lines
| Team | Odds | Spread | Totals |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oklahoma | -115 | +17.5 | O153.5 |
| South Carolina | -105 | -17.5 | U153.5 |
Game Preview
The Sooners (26-7) hope to continue their journey in March Madness, routing Idaho in the first round and then beating Michigan State in the second round. Raegan Beers had 18 points and 14 rebounds, recorded her 67th career double-double (22nd this season). Meanwhile, Aaliyah Chavez added 18 points and six assists for the Sooners, who advanced to play in the Sweet 16 of March Madness for the second straight year.
The Gamecocks (33-3) are on a roll in the NCAA Tournament, torching Southern and USC to reach the last 16. Joyce Edwards had 23 points and 10 rebounds as she finished with a double-double and 20 or more points for the 21st time this season, tying for the most under Dawn Staley since A’ja Wilson (21, 2017-18). Madina Okot added her 22nd double-double this season with 15 points and 15 rebounds, her 22nd double-double of the season.
Oklahoma vs South Carolina Head-to-Head
The two programs are facing each other for the seventh time in their respective histories as the Sooners lead 4-2. Oklahoma won the previous encounter by a 94-82 score on Jan. 22 this season.
Oklahoma vs South Carolina Predictions
The winner of this matchup will take on the victors between TCU and Virginia in the Elite Eight. South Carolina has had difficulty dealing with Oklahoma in past matchups, but know their season is on the line in this tournament game. They will need Joyce Edwards to come through with another big performance while the supporting cast steps up with big plays on both sides of the ball. Our betting pick here is for the Gamecocks to defend a 17.5-point spread.
- Free NCAAB pick: South Carolina Gamecocks -17.5
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