USC TROJANS NEWS

Alijah Arenas - Planning on mid-January return Arenas (knee) is hoping to return to action in mid-January, according to head coach Eric Musselman, per Keely Eure of USC Athletics.

Impact As of early October, Arenas was expected to be re-evaluated in January. Now, head coach Eric Mussleman has a positive update on the former five-star true freshman, indicating that he's on track for a mid-January return. "I plan on seeing him mid-January in a game, but there's still a lot that has to happen. But right now everything is where it needs to be," Musselman said.

15 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Terrance Williams II - Held scoreless vs. Oregon Williams supplied zero points (0-1 FG, 0-1 3Pt), two rebounds, two assists and one steal over 13 minutes during Tuesday's 82-77 victory over Oregon.

Impact Williams' zero points were his first goose egg of the season for USC, but it's been a quiet year for him overall. The wing is averaging just 4.0 points and 2.3 rebounds this season after averaging 10.6 and 4.6 in those categories, respectively, last season. Williams' minutes have also dipped down to 18.3 after he averaged 32.0 last year. He's still started every game but one, although his usage is clearly on the downswing in 2025-26.

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Jaden Brownell - 11 points off the bench Brownell notched 11 points (4-10 FG, 3-8 3Pt) and three rebounds in 28 minutes during Tuesday's 82-77 victory over Oregon.

Impact Brownell's 28 minutes were easily a season high for the senior forward, and he made the most of them by logging his second-straight double-digit scoring outing. The 6-foot-10 forward's shooting stroke has been solid, as he has three triples in each of his last two games as well. He could be developing into a valuable bench piece for the Trojans.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

Chad Baker-Mazara - Leading scorer as USC tops Ducks Baker-Mazara recorded 25 points (9-18 FG, 2-7 3Pt, 5-5 FT), four rebounds, three assists and three steals over 36 minutes during Tuesday's 82-77 victory over Oregon.

Impact Baker-Mazara has been the Trojans' top player amidst USC's perfect 8-0 start, and he was once again special as the Trojans toppled Oregon to begin Big Ten Play. The forward shot 50 percent from the field and was active defensively with a season-high three steals as well. Baker-Mazara was a very good player for Auburn last season, but he appears to have taken a major leap in his fifth year of college basketball.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

Jacob Cofie - Big outing against Ducks Cofie supplied 17 points (6-10 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 3-4 FT), four rebounds, two blocks and three steals over 36 minutes during Tuesday's 82-77 win over Oregon.

Impact Cofie has had a roller coaster of a season, production wise. Against Oregon on Tuesday night, however, he scored the most points he has since the opener when he dropped 23. Cofie shot 60 percent from the field and canned two three-pointers, an important facet of his game if the 6-foot-10 forward can use it consistently. Despite the relative inconsistency early in the year, it's clear the sophomore forward is taking strides in Los Angeles.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

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

1 DAY AGO • Associated Press

Rodney Rice - 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.

2 DAYS AGO • 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

2 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

USC vs. Oregon Prediction, How to Watch, Odds, Channel - Dec 2

Preview the Dec 2 matchup between the USC Trojans and Oregon Ducks with how to watch, tv channel info, predictions, odds, over/under, spread...

3 DAYS AGO • Data Skrive

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

3 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Last Night in College Basketball: Is Michigan Clearly the No. 1 Team in the Nation?

Michigan made history on Wednesday night, while Chad Baker-Mazara has been a seamless fit for USC.

NOVEMBER 27 • FOX SPORTS

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 • Associated Press

Rodney Rice - 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 • ROTOWIRE

Rodney Rice - 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 • ROTOWIRE

USC vs. Arizona State Prediction, How to Watch, Odds, Channel - Nov 26

Preview the Nov 26 matchup between the USC Trojans and Arizona State Sun Devils with how to watch, tv channel info, predictions, odds, over/...

NOVEMBER 26 • Data Skrive

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 • Associated Press

Rodney Rice - 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 • 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 • Associated Press

Ezra Ausar - Logs 25 as Trojans advance Ausar posted 25 points (5-10 FG, 15-19 FT) and eight rebounds across 38 minutes during Tuesday's 83-81 victory over Seton Hall.

Impact Ausar was held to a season-low nine points in the Maui Invitational opener on Monday, but he helped carry the Trojans with season-best scoring and rebounding totals in the Tuesday's semifinal matchup. While USC is led in scoring by Rodney Rice and Chad Baker-Mazara, Ausar has been a steady contributor as well, averaging a career-best 17.8 ppg. He and the Trojans will now look ahead to Wednesday's championship game against Arizona State.

NOVEMBER 25 • ROTOWIRE

Rodney Rice - Early exit with injury Rice (shoulder) had 13 points (5-10 FG, 3-5 3Pt, 0-1 FT), two assists and one steal across 20 minutes during Tuesday's 83-81 victory over Seton Hall.

Impact Rice was limited to just 20 minutes and missed the final 17 minutes of the second half due to a shoulder injury, Adam Zagoria of NJ.com reports. USC plays in the Maui Invitational Championship Wednesday, though it's unclear if Rice will play.

NOVEMBER 25 • ROTOWIRE

USC vs. Seton Hall Prediction, How to Watch, Odds, Channel - Nov 25

Preview the Nov 25 matchup between the USC Trojans and Seton Hall Pirates with how to watch, tv channel info, predictions, odds, over/under,...

NOVEMBER 25 • Data Skrive

Rodney Rice scores 27 and USC beats Boise State 70-67 in the Southwest Maui Invitational

Rodney Rice scored a season-high 27 points, Chad Baker-Mazara had 11 points and eight rebounds, and USC beat Boise State 70-67 on Monday in the Southwest Maui Invitational

NOVEMBER 25 • Associated Press

USC vs. Boise State Prediction, How to Watch, Odds, Channel - Nov 24

Preview the Nov 24 matchup between the USC Trojans and Boise State Broncos with how to watch, tv channel info, predictions, odds, over/under...

NOVEMBER 24 • Data Skrive

Last Night in College Basketball: USC's Triple-OT, Buzzer-Beating W Was Glorious

USC won an instant classic, Troy's women dominated, Purdue and Houston win in different ways, Alexis Black drops 40 points and more from Thu...

NOVEMBER 21 • FOX SPORTS

Amarion Dickerson - Solid in first start of '25-26 Dickerson had nine points (3-7 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 2-4 FT), three rebounds, three assists, two blocks and one steal over 34 minutes before fouling out of Thursday's 107-106 3OT victory ov...

Impact Dickerson got the start for the first time in his USC career, and was solid before he fouled out. Head coach Eric Musselman would likely prefer higher efficiency as a scorer out of his Robert Morris transfer, but these 34 minutes were the most extended action Dickerson has gotten this season.

NOVEMBER 21 • ROTOWIRE