When is South Carolina vs. LSU game? Know everything about highly anticipated game’s changed schedule

This week features a marquee matchup between the No. 2 South Carolina Gamecocks and the No. 5 LSU Tigers. Originally scheduled for Thursday, the game has been moved to a new date due to significant weather conditions.

winter storm has swept across the southern U.S., prompting. LSU's Baton Rouge campus to cancel classes as heavy snow kept the city's highways closed throughout the day.

The storm also disrupted ESPN's plans, forcing the cancellation of the season's first women's basketball College GameDay show, which was set for Thursday in Columbia, South Carolina.

South Carolina women's basketball announced via social media on Wednesday that the highly anticipated contest between the top-five-ranked programs will now take place on Friday at 5 p.m. ET.

"Friday is the new Thursday, FAMS!" the post's caption read.

How South Carolina matches up with LSU

A matchup featuring two of the best coaches in women's college basketball — South Carolina's Dawn Staley and LSU's Kim Mulkey — promises to be must-watch television.

The Gamecocks, defending their national title, have cruised to an 18-1 record while excelling in conference play. They average 82.7 points per game on 47.2% shooting including 34.4% from beyond the arc, outscoring opponents by an average margin of 27.6 points.

Balance stands out from South Carolina's offense, with Joyce Edwards leading the team in scoring at 12.0 ppg. MiLaysia Fulwiley follows with 11.2 ppg, while Te-Hina Paopao contributes 11.1 ppg.

The Tigers are one of the few undefeated teams this season, boasting a 20-0 record and a 5-0 mark in conference play. Their potent offense averages 90.6 ppg on shooting splits of 48.9% from the field and 33.2% from 3-point range, outpacing opponents by an average margin of 28.4 points.

Four players highlight LSU's offense by scoring in double digits. Flau'jae Johnson leads the way with 19.9 ppg, Aneesah Morrow provides a double-double of 18.7 ppg with 14.2 rebounds per game, while Mikaylah Williams puts up 16.4 ppg and 4.5 rpg.

After this game, the No. 2 Gamecocks will be on the road to face the No. 17 Tennessee Volunteers at the Thompson-Boling Arena on Jan. 27 at 7 p.m. ET.