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Jan 29, 2026; Los Angeles, California, USA; USC Trojans guard Jazzy Davidson (9) warms up prior to the game against the Iowa Hawkeyes at Galen Center. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images

USC Trojans star freshman guard Jazzy Davidson was awarded Big Ten Freshman of the Year. Davidson's leadership has been a difference maker for USC this season. How can she fuel the Trojans to make a deep tournament run?

Jan 29, 2026; Los Angeles, California, USA; USC Trojans guard Jazzy Davidson (9) warms up prior to the game against the Iowa Hawkeyes at Galen Center. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images

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USC Trojans star freshman guard Jazzy Davidson was awarded Big Ten Freshman of the Year. Davidson's leadership has been a difference maker for USC this season. How can she fuel the Trojans to make a deep tournament run?

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Jan 2, 2026; Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA; Southern California Trojans forward Chad Baker-Mazara (4) dribbles on Michigan Wolverines guard L.J.Cason (2) in the second half at Crisler Center.

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Feb 21, 2026; Los Angeles, California, USA; Southern California Trojans head coach Eric Musselman reacts against the Oregon Ducks in the second half at Galen Center. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

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Jan 9, 2026; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Southern California Trojans forward Chad Baker-Mazara (4) looks on during the second half against the Minnesota Golden Gophers at Williams Arena.

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USC Trojans fans received a stunning announcement regarding star guard Chad Baker-Mazara on Sunday. With their NCAA Tournament hopes still in reach, how does this announcement impact their season?

Feb 21, 2026; Los Angeles, California, USA; Southern California Trojans head coach Eric Musselman reacts against the Oregon Ducks in the second half at Galen Center. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

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The USC Trojans suffered their fifth straight loss, falling 82-67 to the No. 12 Nebraska Cornhuskers on Saturday at the Galen Center. Following another disappointing loss, what are the Trojans' NCAA Tournament chances?

Feb 18, 2026; Los Angeles, California, USA; Southern California Trojans head coach Eric Musselman and guard Alijah Arenas (0) react against the Illinois Fighting Illini in the first half at Galen Center. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

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USC Trojans star freshman Alijah Arenas is gaining NBA Draft first-round buzz despite a delayed college debut.

Feb 24, 2026; Los Angeles, California, USA; Southern California head coach Eric Musselman communicates during the first half against the UCLA Bruins at Pauley Pavilion presented by Wescom Financial. Mandatory Credit: Robert Hanashiro-Imagn Images

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Following a brutal 81-62 road loss to the UCLA Bruins, the USC Trojans are in serious jeopardy of missing the NCAA Tournament. Where are the Trojans projected to land in the latest bracketology projections?

USC Trojans head coach Eric Musselman watches during the first half of the NCAA men's basketball game against the Ohio State Buckeyes at the Schottenstein Center on Feb. 11, 2026.

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The USC Trojans desperately need a big win to improve their NCAA Tournament resume following a disappointing home loss to the Oregon Ducks in their last game. The Trojans have a big opportunity ahead against the rival UCLA Bruins.

UCLA's head coach Mick Cronin reacts during the first half against Michigan State on Tuesday, Feb. 17, 2026, at the Breslin Center in East Lansing.

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The USC Trojans and UCLA Bruins, both on the NCAA Tournament bubble, are set to meet in a high-stakes Big Ten rivalry matchup on Tuesday night at Pauley Pavilion. Which UCLA players pose the biggest threat to USC?

Nov 9, 2025; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Southern California Trojans guard Jazzy Davidson (9) makes a free throw against the NC State Wolfpack during the third quarter of the Ally Tipoff game at Spectrum Center. Mandatory Credit: Cory Knowlton-Imagn Images

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USC Trojans freshman star guard Jazzy Davidson is having a remarkable season and gaining national attention for her performances. How does her performance during her freshman year compare to that of USC star JuJu Watkins?

Feb 18, 2026; Los Angeles, California, USA; Southern California Trojans head coach Eric Musselman yells at referee Jason Phillips in the first half against the Illinois Fighting Illini at Galen Center.

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After the USC Trojans men's basketball team lost to the Oregon Ducks 71-70 on Saturday, USC coach Eric Musselman did not hold back in his criticism of the officiating.

Feb 8, 2026; University Park, Pennsylvania, USA; Southern California Trojans head coach Eric Musselman looks on from the bench during the second half against the Penn State Nittany Lions at Bryce Jordan Center. Mandatory Credit: Matthew O'Haren-Imagn Images

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USC's 71-70 loss to the Oregon Ducks on Saturday may have catastrophic consequences for the Trojans NCAA Tournament chances. With four games remaining in the regular season and the Big Ten Tournament on the horizon, how do the Trojans move forward?

USC Trojans head coach Eric Musselman watches during the first half of the NCAA men's basketball game against the Ohio State Buckeyes at the Schottenstein Center on Feb. 11, 2026.

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The USC Trojans Men's Basketball team has been plagues with injuries this season, most recently with guards Chad Baker-Mazara and Alijah Arenas. Leading up to USC's matchup with Oregon, both Baker-Mazara and guard Alijah Arenas are ruled game-time decisio

Jan 29, 2026; Los Angeles, California, USA; USC Trojans guard Jazzy Davidson (9) warms up prior to the game against the Iowa Hawkeyes at Galen Center.

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USC Trojans true freshman guard Jazzy Davidson had an injury scare against the Wisconsin Badgers, and the reaction to her absence revealed her importance to USC's women's basketball team.

Feb 8, 2026; University Park, Pennsylvania, USA; Southern California Trojans head coach Eric Musselman looks on from the bench during the second half against the Penn State Nittany Lions at Bryce Jordan Center. Mandatory Credit: Matthew O'Haren-Imagn Images

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The USC Trojans dropped their second straight game in a 101-65 loss to the Illinois Fighting Illini. USC is right on the NCAA Tournament bubble and will have to finish the regular season strong to feel good about their chances on Selection Sunday.

Jan 29, 2026; Los Angeles, California, USA; USC Trojans guard Jazzy Davidson (9) warms up prior to the game against the Iowa Hawkeyes at Galen Center. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images

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USC Trojans freshman has more than lived up to the hype of entering the season as one of the top newcomers in college basketball, emerging as the frontrunner for National Freshman of the Year while the Trojans surge towards March.

Jan 31, 2026; Los Angeles, California, USA; Southern California Trojans guard Alijah Arenas (0) reacts against the Rutgers Scarlet Knights in the second half at Galen Center. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

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The USC Trojans were blown out by the No. 10 Illinois Fighting Illini 101-65 at the Galen Center. Former NBA All-Stars Gilbert Arenas and Peja Stojakovic were in attendance, rooting on their sons' that were playing in the game.

Feb 18, 2026; Los Angeles, California, USA; Southern California Trojans head coach Eric Musselman yells at referee Kelly Pfeifer in the first half against the Illinois Fighting Illini at Galen Center. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

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The USC Trojans suffered a brutal 101-65 blowout loss to the No. 10 Illinois Fighting Illini on Wednesday night at the Galen Center. In what was a struggle from the start for the Trojans, here's what USC coach Eric Musselman said following the loss.

Jan 14, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Southern California Trojans head coach Eric Musselman reacts in the first half against the Iowa Hawkeyes at Galen Center. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

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Despite a blowout loss to the Illinois Fighting Illini, the USC Trojans remain on the bubble for the NCAA Tournament.

Jan 29, 2026; Los Angeles, California, USA; USC Trojans guard Jazzy Davidson (9) warms up prior to the game against the Iowa Hawkeyes at Galen Center. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images

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USC Trojans freshman guard Jazzy Davidson has had an incredible first year for the Trojans, leading them in points, assists, rebounds, and blocks per game. Davidson has gained national recognition for her play.

Dec 21, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; USC Trojans guard Alijah Arenas (0) warms up prior to the game against the UC Santa Cruz Banana Slugs at Galen Center. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images

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USC Trojans star freshman Alijah Arenas is a game-time decision due to illness ahead of a critical matchup against the Illinois Fighting Illini, leaving the injury-riddled Trojans searching for scoring against one of the Big Ten’s top teams.

Feb 8, 2026; University Park, Pennsylvania, USA; Southern California Trojans head coach Eric Musselman looks on from the bench during the second half against the Penn State Nittany Lions at Bryce Jordan Center. Mandatory Credit: Matthew O'Haren-Imagn Images

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Looking to strengthen their NCAA Tournament resume, the USC Trojans will face a high-stakes matchup against the Illinois Fighting Illini on Wednesday night at the Galen Center. What are the three biggest keys for the Trojans to pull off the upset?

Dec 9, 2025; Columbus, Ohio, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Brad Underwood reacts to a call during the first half against the Ohio State Buckeyes Value City Arena. Mandatory Credit: Joseph Maiorana-Imagn Images

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Currently on the NCAA Tournament bubble, the USC Trojans will face their biggest test of the season against the No. 10 Illinois Fighting Illini on Wednesday night at the Galen Center. Who are the three Illinois players who pose the biggest threat to USC?

Feb 11, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Southern California Trojans head coach Eric Musselman reacts during the game against the Penn State Nittany Lions at Galen Center. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

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Entering the final stretch of the season, the USC Trojans are looking to get hot at the right time as the Big Ten tournament approaches. On the bubble of making the NCAA Tournament, where do the Trojans stand in the Big Ten standings?

Dec 21, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; USC Trojans head coach Eric Musselman reacts in the second half against the UC Santa Cruz at Galen Center. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images

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Entering the final stretch, the USC Trojans look to finish strong to secure a spot in the NCAA Tournament for the first time in three years. With six regular-season games remaining and the Big Ten tournament, what are USC's chances?