The core group of USC’s NIT championship teams will face Clemson alumni in Columbia this week. And though it’s still a rivalry, winning isn’t everything.
how you p dave: the south carolina faithful have seen some big wins in this building. they are looking for another tonight as the gamecocks play host to the florida gates in the colonial life arena. in terms of the sec standings, you see the gators and the gamecocks fourth and fifth respectively in the eastern division. south carolina has to make noise not only in the east divisio,n, but on the national scene, as well. good evening, everybody. dave neal alongside with my partner, joe. joe, we just saw the standings. tell me about the importance of this game for these two clubs and their two head coaches. mark: florida is playing well. this is a road opportunity game for them. darrin horn told his team today this is a must-win. if you want to play in the big dance in march, you have to beat the top teams at home. dave: let s see if they can pull it off. let s look at the florida lineup that doesn t feature a single senior in the starting five. chandler parson making hi