A busy November for USC athletics
The University of Southern California’s men’s basketball team is slated to headline the 2026 Acrisure Series in Thousand Palms, California, during the Thanksgiving holiday weekend. Games are scheduled for November 25 and 26, with the exact opponents still to be announced. The Trojans will also host a campus‑style contest at the Galen Center on November 22, giving fans a chance to see the team in a familiar setting before heading out of town.
Beyond the desert swing, the Trojans’ football program will keep the campus buzzing. A home game against Maryland is set for November 21 at the Coliseum, and a road clash with crosstown rival UCLA follows on November 28 at the Rose Bowl. The proximity of these events means that supporters who travel to Thousand Palms can potentially attend all five contests within a short span.
Potential opponents and past lessons
Head coach Eric Musselman, now in his second appearance at the Acrisure Series in three years, brings a fresh perspective after a 2024 stint that saw the team drop games to Saint Mary’s and New Mexico. This year’s field includes potential matchups against Arizona State, LSU, South Carolina, SMU and Utah State, though the official pairings have yet to be confirmed.
The schedule underscores a hectic stretch for USC’s athletic departments, blending non‑conference basketball action with key football rivalry games. For fans based in Los Angeles, the compact geography of the events offers a rare opportunity to experience multiple high‑profile contests without extensive travel.