The UNC Wilmington Seahawks (25-4, 14-2 CAA) bring a six-game winning streak into a home contest versus the Charleston (SC) Cougars (20-10, 13-4 CAA), who have won four straight. It starts at 7 p.m. ET (on CBS Sports Network) on Sunday, March 1, 2026.

In its previous game, UNC Wilmington were winners at home over N.C. A&T, 88-65. Its top performers were Patrick Wessler (19 PTS, 57.14 FG%) and Jahnathan Lamothe (15 PTS, 55.56 FG%, 5-8 from 3PT). In its previous game, Charleston (SC) won on the road over Hampton 85-71, with Martin Kalu (21 PTS, 58.33 FG%) and Connor Hickman (16 PTS, 60.00 FG%, 2-3 from 3PT) the standout performers.

To prepare for this college hoops showdown, here is everything you need to get ready for Sunday's action.

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Charleston (SC) aims to continue its three-game road win streak with a victory over N.C. A&T. Thursday's matchup is the first of the season between the two...

Charleston (SC) Cougars (17-10, 10-4 CAA) at North Carolina A&T Aggies (10-14, 3-10 CAA)

Greensboro, North Carolina; Thursday, 7 p.m. EST

BOTTOM LINE: Charleston (SC) will try to keep its three-game road win streak alive when the Cougars play N.C. A&T.

The Aggies have gone 6-4 in home games. N.C. A&T averages 11.9 turnovers per game and is 3-4 when it has fewer turnovers than its opponents.

The Cougars have gone 10-4 against CAA opponents. Charleston (SC) is the CAA leader with 25.5 defensive rebounds per game led by Christian Reeves averaging 5.1.

N.C. A&T averages 74.7 points per game, 0.8 more points than the 73.9 Charleston (SC) gives up. Charleston (SC) averages 6.5 made 3-pointers per game this season, 1.3 fewer made shots on average than the 7.8 per game N.C. A&T allows.

The matchup Thursday is the first meeting of the season for the two teams in conference play.

TOP PERFORMERS: Lewis Walker is averaging 19.1 points and 5.3 rebounds for the Aggies. Trent Middleton is averaging 13.1 points over the last 10 games.

Jlynn Counter is scoring 16.0 points per game and averaging 5.3 rebounds for the Cougars. Reeves is averaging 14.7 points and 9.8 rebounds over the last 10 games.

LAST 10 GAMES: Aggies: 3-7, averaging 71.8 points, 32.1 rebounds, 10.6 assists, 5.4 steals and 4.0 blocks per game while shooting 44.7% from the field. Their opponents have averaged 77.0 points per game.

Cougars: 6-4, averaging 74.6 points, 33.7 rebounds, 13.3 assists, 5.2 steals and 4.8 blocks per game while shooting 44.7% from the field. Their opponents have averaged 73.5 points.

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Jump into another weekend with some spectacular S.C. events.

Pamper your palates and support a good cause at AMOR Fest or find your next read at Captain's Comic Expo.

Then, enjoy some good eats for a good cause at Home Team's Rock the Block, head to Folly Beach for their Sea and Sand Festival and throw some beads at the upcoming Mardi Crawl in Park Circle.

SATURDAY (FEB. 21)

21st Annual Mardi Crawl

Throw on a quick fit of beaded necklaces and feather boas, and march across Park Circle like it's the "Big Easy" at the annual Mardi Crawl this Saturday, Feb. 21. Take part in a silent auction starting at noon at Commonhouse Aleworks, 4831 O'Hear Ave., North Charleston, peruse a sprawling vendors market and try your hand at the Mardi Crawl, which will take you to many local hot spots. Participating locations include Commonhouse Aleworks, Dig in the Park, Wyrd Sisters, Tattooed Moose and more. Each location will be raising funds for their own designated charities and nonprofits, including Carolina Children's Charity, Pet Helpers, the Ronald McDonald House Charities of Charleston and more. The event culminates in a special headlining set from Dave Landeo and the Sol Beats. Tickets are $35 per person. For more info on the bar crawl and vendor details, head to tinyurl.com/bs88tpxk.

SATURDAY (FEB. 21)

Home Team's Rock the Block

Hope you've got an appetite this weekend, because Home Team is hosting their annual Rock the Block fundraiser this Saturday, Feb. 21. The pitmasters will be firing up their smokers from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. with all forms of barbecue and Lowcountry delights. Enjoy dishes from award-winning guest chefs and tasty Southern favorites from Swig and Swine, Home Team BBQ and more. There will also be live music from Sam Morrow, the Brandon Boone Band and Eddie 9V on stage. This fundraiser generates proceeds for local nonprofits Hogs for the Cause and the Ronald McDonald House Charities of Charleston. General admission is $30 ahead of the event, $35 at the gate and $225 for VIP tickets that provide exclusive access to a VIP Lounge with an open bar. Hungering for some more details? Then take your taste buds over to tinyurl.com/3s374ucv.