Desmond Claude - College Basketball News & Rumors

Out against NW Claude (undisclosed) will not appear in Tuesday's game against Northwestern, Connor Morrissette of 247Sports reports.

Impact Claude will be sidelined due to undisclosed reasons after popping up on USC's injury report. The 6-foot-6 junior, who has started in 20 games this season, will have his next opportunity to return against Purdue on Friday.

FEBRUARY 4, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Listed as questionable Claude (undisclosed) is questionable for USC's clash with Northwestern.

Impact The Trojans' star point guard is now in danger of missing his first game this season, which would be a significant loss for USC. Claude is in the midst of a phenomenal season after transferring from Xavier, averaging 16.2 points, 3.8 rebounds and 4.2 assists. It's unclear what ailment he's dealing with prior to tip-off.

FEBRUARY 4, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Game-high 19 points in win Claude posted 19 points (6-13 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 6-9 FT), six rebounds, three assists and one block in 34 minutes during Saturday's 70-64 win over Michigan State.

Impact Claude chipped in a game-high 19 points, six rebounds, three assists and a block as the Trojans handed the Spartans their first conference loss of the season. The 6-foot-6 junior has appeared in all 21 games this season (20 starts), averaging 16.2 points, 3.8 rebounds, 4.2 assists and 0.8 steals on 32.7 minutes per game. Claude and the Trojans will look to stay on track during Tuesday's showdown with the Wildcats.

FEBRUARY 3, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Desmond Claude, Rashaun Agee help USC deal Nebraska fifth straight loss, 78-73

Desmond Claude had 21 points, Rashaun Agee scored all 14 of his in the second half and Southern California rallied last in a 78-73 victory over Nebraska, extending the Cornhuskers’...

JANUARY 23, 2025 • Associated Press

Desmond Claude hits a game-winning 3-pointer sealing USC's 78-73 win over Nebraska

JANUARY 23, 2025 • FOX SPORTS

Desmond Claude's no-look pass sets up Saint Thomas's two-handed jam trimming USC's deficit

JANUARY 23, 2025 • FOX SPORTS

No. 24 Wisconsin Badgers vs. USC Trojans Highlights | FOX College Hoops

JANUARY 18, 2025 • FOX SPORTS

No. 24 Wisconsin visits USC after Claude's 25-point outing

USC plays the No. 24 Wisconsin Badgers after Desmond Claude scored 25 points in USC's 99-89 victory over the Iowa Hawkeyes

JANUARY 18, 2025 • Associated Press

Nears triple-double in win Claude posted 25 points (7-16 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 10-12 FT), eight rebounds, nine assists and one block in 40 minutes during Tuesday's 99-89 win over Iowa.

Impact Claude finished with 25 points, eight rebounds, nine assists and a block as the Trojans took down the Hawkeyes on Tuesday night. The 6-foot-6 junior has taken over the Trojans' lead scoring role after transferring in from Xavier this offseason, averaging 20.6 points, 4.6 rebounds, five assists and 0.7 steals across USC's last nine games. Claude and the Trojans will look to build off of their win over Iowa during Saturday's showdown with Wisconsin.

JANUARY 17, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Surging USC leads from start-to-finish in 99-89 win over Iowa behind Claude's 25 points

Desmond Claude scored 25 points and USC beat Iowa 99-89

JANUARY 15, 2025 • Associated Press

Unstoppable in upset win Claude ended with 31 points (12-20 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 7-7 FT), one rebound and three assists over 38 minutes during Saturday's 82-72 victory over Illinois.

Impact Claude converted on 12-of-20 looks from the field, closing with 31 points and three assists as the Trojans took down the Fighting Illini on Saturday. The 6-foot-6 junior transfer from Xavier continues to look like one of the best transfer additions in the Big Ten, averaging 15.9 points, 3.8 rebounds, 3.9 assists and 0.9 steals on 31.6 minutes per game. Claude continues to post high-scoring outings for the Trojans, reaching the 20-point threshold in 6-of-16 outings.

JANUARY 13, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Iowa visits USC after Claude's 31-point game

USC hosts the Iowa Hawkeyes after Desmond Claude scored 31 points in USC's 82-72 victory against the Illinois Fighting Illini

JANUARY 13, 2025 • Associated Press

Desmond Claude scores 31 to lead Southern California over No. 13 Illinois 82-72

Desmond Claude scored a season-high 31 points to lead Southern California to an 82-72 win over No. 13 Illinois

JANUARY 11, 2025 • Associated Press

Strong showing in defeat Claude provided 19 points (6-13 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 7-8 FT), seven rebounds, four assists and one steal in 31 minutes before fouling out of Saturday's 85-74 loss to Michigan.

Impact Claude posted 19 points, seven rebounds, four assists and a steal as the Trojans were taken down the by Wolverines on Saturday. The 6-foot-6 junior has appeared in all 14 games (13 starts) after transferring in from Xavier this offseason. Claude, who was one of the most sought-after players in the portal this offseason, is averaging 14.9 points, 3.9 rebounds, 3.9 assists and one steal on 31.1 minutes per game. Claude and the Trojans will look to bounce back against Indiana on Wednesday.

JANUARY 6, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Michigan Wolverines vs. USC Trojans Highlights | FOX College Hoops

JANUARY 5, 2025 • FOX SPORTS

Stellar outing in rout Claude notched 21 points (5-11 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 9-11 FT), two rebounds, nine assists, one block and one steal over 37 minutes during Wednesday's 90-69 win over CSUN.

Impact Claude posted 21 points and nine assists as the Trojans took down the Matadors of Cal State Northridge on Wednesday night. The 6-foot-6 junior has appeared in all 12 games this season (11 starts), averaging 14.7 points, 3.6 rebounds, 3.8 assists and one steal on 30.6 minutes per game. Claude has established himself as a centerpiece in the Trojans' gameplan after transferring over from Xavier this offseason.

DECEMBER 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Leads the way in rout Claude ended with 19 points (6-8 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 7-8 FT), six rebounds, three assists, one block and one steal across 27 minutes during Sunday's 89-63 victory over Montana State.

Impact Claude logged a dominant two-way outing as the Trojans cruised to a win over Montana State on Sunday. The 6-foot-6 junior has averaged 14.1 points, 3.7 rebounds, 3.4 assists and one steal across 11 games this season (10 starts). Claude and the Trojans will look to pick up another win over Cal State-Northridge on Wednesday.

DECEMBER 17, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Game-high 20 points in rout Claude logged 20 points (5-6 FG, 1-1 3Pt, 9-11 FT), four rebounds, four assists and two steals in 35 minutes during Saturday's 85-61 win over Washington.

Impact Claude converted on 9-of-11 looks from the charity stripe, closing with 20 points, four rebounds, four assists and two steals during Saturday's rout of the Huskies. The 6-foot-6 junior transfer from Xavier continues to excel with his new program, averaging 13.6 points, 3.5 rebounds, 3.4 assists and one steal across 10 games (nine starts). Claude and the Trojans will look to keep the ball rolling against Montana State on Sunday.

DECEMBER 9, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Claude scores 20 points, leads hot-shooting USC over Washington 85-61 to end a three-game skid

Desmond Claude scored 20 points to lead four in double figures and Southern California rolled to an 85-61 victory over Washington to end a three-game skid

DECEMBER 8, 2024 • Associated Press

Claude leads USC against Washington after 22-point performance

USC visits the Washington Huskies after Desmond Claude scored 22 points in the Trojans' 68-60 loss to the Oregon Ducks

DECEMBER 7, 2024 • Associated Press

Scores 22 against the Ducks Claude totaled 22 points (9-20 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 4-7 FT), four rebounds and four assists across 38 minutes during Wednesday's 68-60 loss to Oregon.

Impact Claude led the way for USC with 22 points, four rebounds and four assists during Wednesday's loss against Oregon. The 6-foot-6 junior has been incredibly effective since transferring in from Xavier this offseason, averaging 12.9 points, 3.4 rebounds, 3.3 assists and 0.9 steals on 29.8 minutes per game. Claude will look to help the Trojans get back on track this weekend against Washington.

DECEMBER 6, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Back in starting five Claude is in the starting lineup for Thursday's game against St. Mary's.

Impact Claude was brought off the bench for the first time this season in the Trojans win over Grambling on Sunday but will return to his usual place in the starting five. The Xavier transfer has scored in double figures three times this season, which includes two 20-point performance.

NOVEMBER 28, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Scores 20 in narrow loss Claude finished with 20 points (7-14 FG, 3-6 3Pt, 3-6 FT), four rebounds, three assists and one steal across 38 minutes during Sunday's 71-66 loss to California.

Impact Claude converted on 7-of-14 attempts from the field, closing with 20 points, four rebounds, three assists and a steal as USC fell to former conference rival California on Sunday. The 6-foot-6 junior transfer from Xavier has been a big piece of USC's gameplan early on, averaging 15.5 points, 3.5 rebounds, 3.5 assists and 0.8 steals on 31.3 minutes per game. Claude, a new Trojans' team leader, will look to help USC rebound against San Jose State on Wednesday.

NOVEMBER 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Unstoppable in narrow win Claude chipped in 26 points (9-12 FG, 8-9 FT), five rebounds, eight assists and one steal over 37 minutes during Wednesday's 98-95 win over UT Arlington.

Impact Claude was exceptional during USC's win over UT Arlington, posting 26 points, five rebounds, eight assists and a steal in the contest. The 6-foot-6 junior helped propel the Trojans past a pesky Mavericks team that hung around for all 40 minutes. Claude has been productive in his first three games with USC after transferring in from Xavier this offseason, averaging 14 points, 3.3 rebounds, 3.7 assists and 0.7 steals on 29 minutes per game.

NOVEMBER 15, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Desmond Claude scores 26 points, helps Southern Cal hold off UT Arlington 98-95

Desmond Claude scored 26 points and made consecutive shots down the stretch to help Southern California beat UT Arlington 98-95

NOVEMBER 14, 2024 • Associated Press

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