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Terrance Williams II - Sees most action in months Williams accumulated nine points (3-9 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 1-2 FT), four rebounds and one steal over 29 minutes during Wednesday's 101-65 loss to Illinois.

Impact Williams had been an afterthought for the Trojans as of late, averaging just 7.9 minutes per game since the calendar flipped to 2026. He played 29 in the loss to Illinois, however, and though his nine points were one shy of a season high, he needed nine shots to hit that mark. At the moment, Williams still appears to be a depth option for USC.

19 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Social Media Reacts to Illinois Basketball's Blowout Win Over USC The Illini took care of the Trojans with ease in their own building Wednesday, and social media had a ball with it

23 HOURS AGO • SI.COM

No. 10 Illinois Fighting Illini vs. USC Trojans Highlights 🏀 FOX College Hoops

1 DAY AGO • FOX SPORTS

No. 10 Illinois overwhelms USC by 36 points, cruising to its 14th win in 16 games

No. 10 Illinois routed Southern California 101-65 to stay close in the Big Ten title chase

1 DAY AGO • Associated Press

Alijah Arenas - Exits game Wednesday Arenas (leg) exited Wednesday's game against Illinois early in the second half with an apparent right-leg injury, Ryan Kartje of the Los Angeles Times reports.

Impact Arenas suffered a right-leg injury in the opening minutes of the second half during Wednesday's game against the Fighting Illini. The 6-foot-6 freshman was spotted getting attention from USC's trainers on the sideline. With Illinois up over 20 points, it appears unlikely that the team will risk Arenas' re-entry into the game.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

Chad Baker-Mazara - Still sidelined Wednesday Baker-Mazara (knee) is listed out ahead of Wednesday's game against Illinois.

Impact Baker-Mazara will miss his third consecutive game as he continues tending a knee injury. The senior guard will aim to be back on the court for Saturday's clash with the Ducks. His absence is a tough blow for the Trojans as he has averaged 18.3 points, 4.2 rebounds and 3.0 assists across 23 appearances.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

Alijah Arenas - Available Wednesday Arenas (illness) isn't listed on USC's injury report Wednesday.

Impact Arenas was deemed a game-time call for the Trojans' clash with Illinois, but the star freshman guard isn't listed on the injury report ahead of tip-off. That's huge for USC's chances against the Illini, as he averages 15.4 points, 3.0 rebounds and 1.4 assists this season -- although he's scored at least 24 points in three straight games.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

Alijah Arenas - GTD with illness Wednesday Arenas is sick and will be a game-time decision for Wednesday's game against Illinois

Impact Arenas has started the Trojans' last seven games and been on a tear as of late, but he could be at risk of missing an important conference matchup. The freshman guard's true status should be determined prior to tip-off, and it's unknown whether he'll be depleted physically if he does end up playing. He's averaging 26 points, 4.3 rebounds, 2.0 assists, 2.0 steals and 1.0 blocks in his last three outings.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

Illinois vs. USC Prediction, How to Watch, Odds, Channel - Feb 18

Preview the Feb 18 matchup between the Illinois Fighting Illini and USC Trojans with how to watch, tv channel info, predictions, odds, over/...

2 DAYS AGO • Data Skrive

Illinois vs. USC Prediction, How to Watch, Odds, Channel - Feb 18

How to Watch No. 10 Illinois vs. USC: TV, Tip-Off Time, More The Illini (21-5, 12-3 Big Ten) are getting healthy again, but they can't lose their focus against the Trojans (18-7, 7-7) in Los Angeles

2 DAYS AGO • SI.COM

USC hosts No. 10 Illinois after Arenas' 25-point performance

USC hosts the No. 10 Illinois Fighting Illini after Alijah Arenas scored 25 points in USC's 89-82 loss to the Ohio State Buckeyes

2 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Viral '6-7' Craze Is Going Strong at NBA, College Basketball Games Nationwide

The global “6-7" craze is still going strong at NBA and college games around the country among players, coaches and fans.

3 DAYS AGO • FOX SPORTS

Viral '6-7' Craze Is Going Strong at NBA, College Basketball Games Nationwide

USC Trojans' Big Ten Tournament Outlook Entering Season's Final Stretch The USC Trojans enter a pivotal week looking to strengthen their chances of making the NCAA Tournament for the first time in three seasons....

3 DAYS AGO • SI.COM

USC star JuJu Watkins drops 1-word reaction for Gilbert Arenas' son Alijah Arenas' thrilling return from injury USC Trojans star Alijah Arenas has been in the spotlight after his strong performance against Ohio State on Wednesday.

FEBRUARY 12 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

"First round pick," "He play like Gilbert Arenas": College hoops fans react as Alijah Arenas puts up 25 points vs. Ohio State after major injury USC star Alijah Arenas had a solid game against Ohio State on Wednesday, but his team suffered an 89-82 loss at the Value City Arena in Columbus.

FEBRUARY 12 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

Alijah Arenas - Stays hot as Trojans fall Arenas amassed 25 points (6-19 FG, 1-7 3Pt, 12-16 FT), four rebounds, three assists and three steals over 36 minutes during Wednesday's 89-82 loss to Ohio State.

Impact Arenas has now fully arrived, if that was still in question. The freshman with tantalizing talent has now notched 24-plus points in three straight games. Though he struggled from distance in Columbus, he was the Trojans' leading scorer once again, largely due to his ability to get to the rim with ease; he knocked down 12-of-16 free throws, a career high. As USC rides out a furious race to remain on the NCAA Tournament bubble, expect Arenas to have the greenest of lights moving forward.

FEBRUARY 12 • ROTOWIRE

Thornton's 21 points lead Ohio State over USC 89-82

Bruce Thornton scored 21 points and hit two late throws to help Ohio State secure an 89-82 win over USC on Wednesday

FEBRUARY 12 • Associated Press

Chad Baker-Mazara - Remaining out in Columbus Baker-Mazara (knee) is out for USC's tilt with Ohio State in Columbus on Saturday night.

Impact Baker-Mazara will miss his second straight game. The star wing, who averages 18.3 points, 4.2 rebounds and 3.0 assists, sat out the Trojans' narrow win over USC and he'll be held out of action once again Wednesday night. Baker-Mazara will look to return next Wednesday in a tough matchup with Illinois.

FEBRUARY 11 • ROTOWIRE

Ohio State vs. USC Prediction, How to Watch, Odds, Channel - Feb 11

Preview the Feb 11 matchup between the Ohio State Buckeyes and USC Trojans with how to watch, tv channel info, predictions, odds, over/under...

FEBRUARY 10 • Data Skrive

Ohio State vs. USC Prediction, How to Watch, Odds, Channel - Feb 11

Ohio State hosts Arenas and USC

USC visits the Ohio State Buckeyes after Alijah Arenas scored 24 points in the Trojans' 77-75 victory over the Penn State Nittany Lions

FEBRUARY 10 • Associated Press

Ezra Ausar - Efficient 13 vs. PSU Ausar finished with 13 points (4-6 FG, 5-6 FT), two rebounds, one assist and two steals in 28 minutes during Sunday's 77-75 victory over Penn State.

Impact This game was a little to close for comfort from USC's perspective, as it took all 40 minutes to bury the lowly Nittany Lions for a two-point win. Still, Ausar had a solid game, notching an efficient 13 points on 4-of-6 shooting. He was limited to just two rebounds, and turned the ball over four times for the second straight game as well. It certainly wasn't a flawless outing, but Ausar remains the heartbeat of this Trojans' frontcourt.

FEBRUARY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Gabe Dynes - Seven boards off the bench Dynes accumulated two points (1-2 FG, 0-2 FT), seven rebounds, one assist and four blocks across 15 minutes during Sunday's 77-75 victory over Penn State.

Impact Dynes now has seven rebounds off the bench for the second straight game. His minutes, and consequently his production, have fluctuated significantly this season, but the past two games he's been a force on the glass, with the aforementioned 14 total rebounds as well as seven blocks. The 7-foot-5 center is a massive presence off the bench, and if he can give USC a handful of solid minutes around the rim off the bench each game, that will be crucial in the Trojans' push for an NCAA Tournament bid.

FEBRUARY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Kam Woods - Strong outing in win Woods provided 13 points (6-13 FG, 0-4 3Pt, 1-1 FT), five rebounds, nine assists and four steals in 36 minutes during Sunday's 77-75 victory over Penn State.

Impact Woods entered the Trojans' starting five on Jan. 9, and hasn't relinquished that spot since. While he got off to a quiet start this season, he's caught fire in his last four games, averaging 18.0 points, 4.8 rebounds, 4.5 assists and 2.8 steals in that span while shooting 56 percent from the field. As USC pushes for a spot in the NCAA Tournament, Woods appears to be heating up at the perfect time.

FEBRUARY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Ryan Cornish - Quiet in start Cornish totaled two points (0-2 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 2-2 FT) and two rebounds in 18 minutes during Sunday's 77-75 win over Penn State.

Impact Cornish hadn't started for USC since Jan. 17, and he's been extremely quiet since, coming off two straight games in which he played just one minute. He got back into the starting five Sunday, and notched 18 minutes -- his most since Jan. 15 -- but was still limited to just two points and two rebounds. Aside from an outlier 18-point showing against UTSA in December, Cornish is proving to be an afterthought for the Trojans.

FEBRUARY 9 • ROTOWIRE

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FEBRUARY 8 • FOX SPORTS

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