USC Trojans Basketball: Building Chemistry Ahead of the Season
The Trojans boast a talented roster, but success hinges on chemistry and leadership as the team integrates newcomers.
Jul 25, 2026
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USC Trojans Basketball Eyes Cohesion as New Roster Takes Shape
With a talented but still assembling roster, the USC men's basketball program is banking on chemistry, leadership and the eventual arrival of key players to forge a unified identity for the upcoming season.
Jul 25, 2026
USC Trojans brace for injury challenges as 2026‑27 season approaches
With a promising transfer class and several returning standouts, the Trojans are navigating a slate of injuries that could shape their campaign.
Jul 6, 2026
USC Trojans Basketball Faces Injury Setbacks Ahead of 2026‑27 Season
The USC Trojans opened the 2025‑26 campaign with a 12‑1 record but fell into an eight‑game losing streak. Injuries to key backcourt players have limited depth, and the team is relying on transfers and a late‑season return from KJ Lewis to regain competitiveness.
Jul 6, 2026
USC Basketball readies for 2026‑27 campaign amid injury concerns
The Trojans boast a deep roster of returning stars and top freshmen, but a series of injuries threatens their summer progress.
Jul 5, 2026
USC Trojans Basketball Prepares for 2026‑27 Season Amid Injury Challenges
The University of Southern California's men's basketball program is assembling a deep roster for the upcoming season, but injury concerns and a staggered return schedule could shape its early trajectory.
Jul 5, 2026
Musselman’s Blueprint for a New Era
USC basketball coach Eric Musselman outlines his strategy for constructing a winning roster by retaining key players, recruiting high-upside freshmen, and using the transfer portal to address specific needs.
Jul 1, 2026
Musselman Maps Out USC’s Roster Strategy for a New Era
In a recent interview, Coach Eric Musselman outlined the blueprint for building a competitive USC basketball roster, emphasizing continuity, targeted recruiting and the smart use of the transfer portal.
Jul 1, 2026
Eric Musselman Looks to Lead USC Men’s Basketball Back to the NCAA Tournament
USC’s head coach Eric Musselman, now in his third season, aims to return the Trojans to the NCAA Tournament, leveraging a revamped roster, the transfer portal and the NCAA’s new eligibility rule.
Jun 26, 2026
USC Assistant Coach Anthony Ruta Looks Ahead to a Transformative Season
Anthony Ruta, in his third year with the Trojans, discusses his partnership with head coach Eric Musselman, the influx of new talent, and the strategic changes shaping the upcoming campaign.
Jun 19, 2026
USC Basketball Eyes a Breakthrough Season
After two modest seasons in the Big Ten, the Trojans are betting on new transfers and freshmen to finally translate early promise into postseason play.
Jun 17, 2026
USC Men’s Basketball Eyes NCAA Tournament Run in Musselman’s Third Year
Assistant coach Will Conroy reflects on the Trojans' roster depth, player development, and ambitions for the upcoming season.
Jun 12, 2026
USC Basketball Aims to Rise with Musselman’s Revamped Roster
USC’s third‑year coach Eric Musselman has assembled a talent‑laden squad featuring five McDonald’s All‑Americans, key transfers, and players with deep Southern California roots, all aiming to revive the program’s national standing.
Jun 10, 2026
USC Trojans Basketball Roster Poised for Breakout Under Coach Eric Musselman
Coach Eric Musselman's third-season squad blends returning stars, elite transfers and talented newcomers, including cystic-fibrosis-fighter Christian Collins and 7-foot sharpshooters Adonis and Darius Ratliff, in a bid to elevate the Trojans' offense
Jun 10, 2026
USC Trojans Poised to Dominate Big Ten with Star-Studded Roster
The Trojans have bolstered their lineup through the transfer portal and top high‑school recruits, creating a backcourt that could rival any in the conference. With continuity from key players and a challenging integration task ahead, the team aims to challenge Michigan and secure an NCAA Tournament berth.
Jun 7, 2026
Big Ten Basketball 2026‑27: Rankings, Roster Moves and Title Contenders
Projected floors, backcourt talent and transfer impact define the outlook for the Big Ten, with Illinois, Michigan, Michigan State and USC leading the conversation.
Jun 1, 2026
Jalen Cox Commits to USC Trojans for 2026‑27 Season
USC Men's Basketball has secured the commitment of Jalen Cox, a 6‑foot‑3 guard from Los Angeles, who brings a blend of scoring, playmaking and defensive intensity to the Trojans ahead of the 2026‑27 campaign.
May 11, 2026