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USC Basketball's Surprising National Championship Odds After Strong Start

The USC Trojans men’s basketball team is off to a hot start to the season in its second year under coach Eric Musselman. The Trojans post a 9-1 record following their 94-81 road win over San Diego.

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Three Biggest Transfer Portal Needs For USC Trojans

The USC Trojans are in the midst of bowl prep for their showdown vs. TCU in the Alamo Bowl. But with the offseason right around the corner, it's time to get familiar with what position groups are proving to be the biggest needs for the Trojans as the transfer portal window officially opens on Jan.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / December 9

How USC Transfer Portal Target Carrington Pierce Can Help Trojans' Defense

The USC Trojans landed the No. 1-ranked recruiting class for the 2026 cycle, and now their sights are on building the roster through the NCAA Transfer Portal.

College Football News / USC Trojans on SI / December 9

USC Battling Ohio State, Michigan for Four-Star Defensive Line Recruit

The USC Trojans didn’t wait long to chase its next recruiting win. Days after securing the nation’s No. 1 class for 2026, the Trojans have identified recruits from the class of 2027 and are already pursuing them.

Lincoln Riley News / USC Trojans on SI / December 9

USC's Biggest Winners After Trojans Sign Historic Recruiting Class

The USC Trojans signed a historic recruiting class under Lincoln Riley in the 2026 cycle. It's the No. 1 class in the country according to 247Sports rankings, the first time a non-SEC school has signed the No.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / December 9

Lindsay Gottlieb Sets USC Trojans Record with Washington Win

The No. 16 USC Trojans women's basketball team was one of the most dominant teams in the nation last year, posting a 29-3 overall record, 17-1 in their first ever Big Ten campaign and a NCAA Final Four appearance.

Eric Musselman News / USC Trojans on SI / December 8

Preview: USC Basketball in Eric Musselman's Homecoming vs. San Diego

The USC Trojans men’s basketball team heads back into non-conference play with a single objective: stop the slide before it starts. After suffering their first loss of the season, the Trojans visit San Diego on Tuesday night in their only true road test before Big Ten play ramps up.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / December 8

Lincoln Riley Addresses USC Quarterback Jayden Maiava's Growth

The No. 16 USC Trojans have experienced many highs and lows in their fourth season under coach Lincoln Riley. The Trojans finished the regular season with a 9-3 record and now prepare to face the TCU Horned Frogs in the Valero Alamo Bowl in San Antonio on Dec.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / December 8

How USC's Top Signees Will Impact Trojans Roster Next Season

The No. 16 USC Trojans officially signed the No.1 ranked 2026 recruiting class, their first No. 1 class under coach Lincoln Riley and general manager Chad Bowden, and USC's first No.

Jayden Maiava News / USC Trojans on SI / December 8

Should USC Quarterback Jayden Maiava Enter the NFL Draft or Return to School

USC redshirt junior quarterback Jayden Maiava will have a tough decision to make when the Trojans finish the season on Dec. 30 against TCU in the Alamo Bowl. Maiava has drawn interest from the NFL this season but the Trojans signal-caller does have one more year of eligibility.

Lincoln Riley News / USC Trojans on SI / December 8

What Lincoln Riley Said About Recruiting Opportunity in Alamo Bowl

The USC Trojans’ recruiting class of 2026 is filled with elite players. Through the early signing period, the Trojans made a big flip and signed key players.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / December 8

The USC Trojans Sophomore That Could Put Big Ten on Notice Next Season

The No. 16 USC Trojans are coming off a 9-3 regular season and now turn to their final game of the season, the Alamo Bowl on Dec. 30 The Trojans are also still in awe of their recently signed No.

JuJu Watkins News / Women's Fastbreak on SI / December 7

JuJu Watkins Hints At Why Women Hold 'Upper Hand' in NIL Era

As intriguing as the 2025-26 NCAA women's basketball season has been, there's no question that a shadow is looming over the women's college game, given that USC Trojans superstar guard JuJu Watkins is missing the entire year because of an ACL injury.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / December 7

What Latest FPI Ranking Says About USC Trojans' Improvement

The No. 16 USC Trojans may not be making an appearance in this season’s College Football Playoff, but they finished the season ranked with a 9-3 record.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / December 7

USC Trojans' Bowl Game Revealed Against Big 12 Opponent

The No. 16 USC Trojans enter bowl season with a 9-3 record and aim to reach 10 wins for the second time in the last four years under coach Lincoln Riley.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / December 7

USC Trojans' Final College Football Playoff Ranking

The final rankings from the College Football Playoff Selection Committee have been released and the 12-team bracket is set. The swapping of No. 10 Miami over No.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / December 7

What USC's Large Number of Early Enrollees Means About Trojans Future

The No. 16 USC Trojans are coming off a historic recruiting class under coach Lincoln Riley and first year general manager Chad Bowden, compiling the No.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / December 7

USC Trojans Basketball Earns Promising Ranking After Hot Start

The No. 24 USC Trojans are on their first undefeated streak since the 2020-21 season, marking their first under coach Eric Musselman. The Trojans officially lost their 8-0 win streak, after falling to Washington 84-76 in their Big Ten home opener on Saturday, Dec.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / December 6

What USC Basketball's Recent Success Means for Trojans

The No. 24 USC Trojans men’s basketball team will look to keep its undefeated streak alive on Saturday when it faces the Washington Huskies in a "black out" at the Galen Center.

Preview: USC Trojans Women's Basketball vs. Washington Huskies

No. 16 USC women's basketball team returns to Galen Center on Sunday for a high-stakes Big Ten opener against No. 21 Washington. The Trojans enter at 6-2 and look to extend their perfect home record while securing USC coach Lindsay Gottlieb’s 100th win at USC.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / December 6

USC Trojans Bolster Young Cornerback Room with Elite Recruits

USC overcame some early struggles in its cornerback room and saw a much-improved group the second half of the season. DeCarlos Nicholson is out of eligibility and Braylon Conley will enter the transfer portal when it opens at the beginning of January.

Micah Banuelos News / USC Trojans on SI / December 6