South Carolina women's basketball escaped a late game surge from Alabama by way of Joyce Edwards' 11 points in the fourth quarter.

TUSCALOOSA, Ala. — Joyce Edwards scored 21 points to lead No. 2 South Carolina past No. 19 Alabama 76-58 on Thursday night. Chloe Kitts had 10 points and 13 rebounds, Milay Fulwiley scored 16 points and Te-Hina Paopao added 11 for the Gamecocks (17-1, 5-0 SEC), who have six straight wins over ranked opponents.

South Carolina (10-5, 0-2 SEC) hosts No. 2 Auburn on Saturday. Here are three observations from the loss to Alabama: SEC play has been a rough ride so far for Murray-Boyles.