Rodney Rice - College Basketball News & Rumors

Returning to Trojans Rice (shoulder) will return to USC in 2026-27, the program announced.

Impact Rice suffered a season-ending shoulder injury six games into the 2025-26 season, but averaged 20.3 points, 3.3 rebounds and 6.0 assists before his injury on 39 percent shooting from distance -- this is a massive retention for the Trojans. Rice will look to occupy the starting point guard role in Los Angeles for what should be his redshirt junior season.

APRIL 10 • ROTOWIRE

Dent erupts for 25 as UCLA crushes reeling USC 89-68 at Galen Center

UCLA finished the regular season with a runaway win over USC

MARCH 8 • Associated Press

USC 2nd-leading scorer Chad Baker-Mazara abruptly out of the program with no explanation

USC says Chad Baker-Mazara is no longer part of its men’s basketball program

MARCH 1 • Associated Press

4 Takeaways From No. 2 Michigan's Commanding Victory Against No. 24 USC

FOX Sports' Michael Cohen breaks down his top takeaways from Michigan's dominant win over USC.

JANUARY 3 • FOX SPORTS

4 Takeaways From No. 2 Michigan's Commanding Victory Against No. 24 USC

Deadspin | USC's Rodney Rice (shoulder) out for season, Kam Woods added to team Deadspin | USC's Rodney Rice (shoulder) out for season, Kam Woods added to team

DECEMBER 19, 2025 • DEADSPIN.COM

Ausar with 22, Baker-Mazara with 20 power USC in 97-70 victory over UTSA

USC’s high-scoring duo of Ezra Ausar and Chad Baker-Mazara combined for 42 points and the Trojans scored 57 points in the second half of a 97-70 victory over UTSA

DECEMBER 18, 2025 • Associated Press

Expected to miss rest of 2025-26 Rice (shoulder) is expected to miss the rest of the 2025-26 campaign, Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports reports.

Impact Rice has missed the past five games for the Trojans, and while this is a devastating blow for USC, the writing was on the wall when it was announced there was no timeframe for a possible return. Rice was in the midst of a career year, averaging 20.3 points, 3.3 rebounds and 6.0 assists. He'll look to secure a medical redshirt for the 2025-2026 season and look towards next year.

DECEMBER 17, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

No timetable for return Rice (shoulder) does not have a timetable for return, Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports reports.

Impact Rice has been sidelined since Nov. 25 due to a shoulder injury, and he isn't close to making his return to the hardwood. USC has two games left this month -- Wednesday against UTSA and Sunday against Brown -- making a January return likely the earliest possibility. Rice's absence has left more minutes for Jerry Easter and Jordan Marsh.

DECEMBER 15, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out again Rice (shoulder) has been ruled out for Sunday's matchup versus Washington State, per Connor Morrissette of USCFootball.com.

Impact Rice continues to deal with a shoulder injury and is now set to miss his fifth straight games. Jerry Easter and Jordan Marsh should see increased usage in his absence. Rice will aim to make his return during Wednesday's matchup versus UT San Antonio.

DECEMBER 14, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Washington State visits USC following Baker-Mazara's 31-point performance

USC plays the Washington State Cougars after Chad Baker-Mazara scored 31 points in USC's 94-81 victory over the San Diego Toreros

DECEMBER 14, 2025 • Associated Press

Still out Rice (shoulder) won't play in Tuesday's game against San Diego.

Impact Rice will miss a fourth consecutive game due to a shoulder injury. The star junior's absence will result in more minutes for Jerry Easter and Jordan Marsh. Rice's next chance to play will come Sunday against Washington State.

DECEMBER 9, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Day-to-day moving forward Rice (shoulder) is day-to-day for the Trojans due to a shoulder injury, per Haley Sawyer of the Los Angeles Daily News.

Impact Rice has previously missed the team's last three contests due to a shoulder injury. The 6-foot-5 guard has been a superstar for USC this season, averaging 20.3 points and six assists per game scross six contests before going down. He will be questionable for Tuesday's matchup against San Diego.

DECEMBER 7, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Washington rallies from 18-point deficit to beat No. 24 USC 84-76

Washington rallied from an 18-point, first-half deficit to beat No. 24 Southern California 84-76

DECEMBER 7, 2025 • Associated Press

Ruled out Saturday Rice (shoulder) won't play Saturday versus Washington.

Impact Rice is set to miss a third straight game, as he's still dealing with a shoulder injury. He will look to make his return during Tuesday's matchup versus San Diego, and Jerry Easter should get another start in his absence.

DECEMBER 6, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Washington visits No. 24 USC after Steinbach's 29-point showing

Washington takes on the No. 24 USC Trojans after Hannes Steinbach scored 29 points in the Huskies' 82-80 loss to the UCLA Bruins

DECEMBER 5, 2025 • Associated Press

Baker-Mazara has 25 points and No. 24 USC downs Oregon 82-77

Chad Baker-Mazara scored 25 points and Jacob Cofie added 17 as No. 24 USC defeated Oregon 82-77 on Tuesday night

DECEMBER 3, 2025 • Associated Press

Out Tuesday Rice (shoulder) won't play in Tuesday's game against Oregon.

Impact Rice will miss a second straight game due to a shoulder injury. Jerry Easter will likely fill in for Rice in the starting lineup. Rice's next chance to play will come Saturday against Washington, though it's unclear if he'll be ready in time to face the Huskies.

DECEMBER 2, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Oregon hosts No. 24 USC after Baker-Mazara's 23-point showing

No. 24 USC visits the Oregon Ducks after Chad Baker-Mazara scored 23 points in the Trojans' 88-75 victory over the Arizona State Sun Devils

DECEMBER 2, 2025 • Associated Press

Oregon hosts USC after Baker-Mazara's 23-point performance

USC visits the Oregon Ducks after Chad Baker-Mazara scored 23 points in the Trojans' 88-75 win against the Arizona State Sun Devils

DECEMBER 1, 2025 • Associated Press

Chad Baker-Mazara wins 2nd straight Maui Invitational championship as USC beats Arizona State 88-75

Chad Baker-Mazara scored 23 points, Jaden Brownell added 16 points, and USC claimed the Maui Invitational championship with an 88-75 victory over Arizona State on Wednesday

NOVEMBER 26, 2025 • Associated Press

Won't play Wednesday Rice (shoulder) isn't in uniform for Wednesday's game against Arizona State, Shotgun Spratling of 247Sports.com reports.

Impact Rice wasn't listed in the Trojans' starting lineup, but he hadn't officially been downgraded to out. The star guard being spotted in street clothes ensures Rice's absence. Jerry Easter drew the start in place of Rice. Rice's next chance to play will come Tuesday at Oregon.

NOVEMBER 26, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Not in starting lineup Rice (shoulder) isn't part of USC's starting lineup for Wednesday's game against Arizona State.

Impact Rice suffered a shoulder injury Tuesday afternoon and was considered a game-time call for Wednesday's contest. While he hasn't officially been ruled out, his absence from the starting lineup could mean he'll be inactive. Jerry Easter will draw the start, while Chad Baker-Mazara and Amarion Dickerson could step into larger roles.

NOVEMBER 26, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Arizona State Sun Devils play the USC Trojans

The Arizona State Sun Devils play the USC Trojans at Lahaina Civic Center in Lahaina, Hawaii

NOVEMBER 26, 2025 • Associated Press

Game-time decision Rice (shoulder) will be a game-time decision for Wednesday's game against Arizona State, Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports reports.

Impact Rice missed almost the entire second half of Tuesday's win over Seton Hall, and he's at risk of missing Wednesday's contest as well. The junior guard may need to test the shoulder during pregame warmups before a decision is made regarding his availability. Amarion Dickerson saw an uptick in minutes while Rice was out Tuesday.

NOVEMBER 26, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

USC rallies behind Ausar, Baker-Mazara to edge Seton Hall 83-81 at Maui Invitational

Ezra Ausar and Chad Baker-Mazara combined for 31 of USC’s second-half points to rally the Trojans to an 83-81 victory over Seton Hall on Tuesday after losing leading scorer Rodney...

NOVEMBER 26, 2025 • Associated Press

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Oregon hosts No. 24 USC after Baker-Mazara's 23-point showing

Oregon hosts USC after Baker-Mazara's 23-point performance

Chad Baker-Mazara wins 2nd straight Maui Invitational championship as USC beats Arizona State 88-75

Arizona State Sun Devils play the USC Trojans

USC rallies behind Ausar, Baker-Mazara to edge Seton Hall 83-81 at Maui Invitational