
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.
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Assistant coach Will Conroy reflects on the Trojans' roster depth, player development, and ambitions for the upcoming season.

The University of Arkansas has appointed Marcus Edwards as its head strength and conditioning coach, replacing Dave Richardson who returned to Ohio State after nine years. Edwards arrives with a decorated résumé across multiple programs and a strong academic background.
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.

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

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.

Under third‑year coach Eric Musselman, the USC Trojans have risen to No. 12 in ESPN’s Way‑Too‑Early Top 25, fueled by the return of guards Rodney Rice and Alijah Arenas, a nine‑player recruiting haul and key transfers. The team hopes to end a four‑year NCAA tournament drought.

Coaches gathered in Rancho Palos Verdes to discuss Michigan's historic NCAA victory, the strain of an expanded schedule, travel burdens for former Pac‑12 members, and the urgent need for clearer player compensation guidelines.

Dave Richardson’s return brings a seasoned conditioning expert back to Ohio State, where he will work alongside a reshaped staff ahead of the November 2 opener versus BYU.

The latest CBS Sports Big Ten rankings place Illinois at the summit, with Michigan and Michigan State close behind. The projections highlight returning stars, high‑profile transfers and the challenges each program faces as the 2026‑27 campaign looms.
Dave Richardson, a longtime strength coach with a military background, is back at Ohio State, drawn by new coach Jake Diebler, assistant Dave Dickerson, and the program’s advanced resources.

Veteran NBA coach Mike Wells, longtime strength specialist Dave Richardson and program legend William Buford join head coach Jake Diebler, while Jamall Walker ascends to associate head coach.

Dave Richardson is set to resume his role as Ohio State’s men’s basketball strength and conditioning coach, a position he held from 2005 to 2017, after a distinguished stint at Arkansas.

Head coach Jake Diebler announces additions and promotions that could influence the Buckeyes' performance.

Jacob Cofie will return to the University of Southern California for another season after impressing at the NBA combine, providing the Trojans with a key piece of continuity.

After missing the NCAA Tournament for three consecutive seasons, USC is bolstering its roster with high‑profile transfers and a five‑star recruiting class, setting the stage for a competitive 2026‑27 campaign.

USC's revamped roster under Eric Musselman could finally translate into NCAA Tournament success, while UCLA's quiet offseason raises concerns about competitiveness.

USC announced the addition of transfer KJ Lewis, a perimeter defender who averaged 14.9 points and 5.1 rebounds at Georgetown, bringing a competitive edge to the Trojan roster.

Coach Eric Musselman’s third season brings a highly touted class and a push for postseason play.

Five players are poised to drive USC’s push back into the NCAA Tournament after two seasons of struggle.

Ryan Silverfield’s deep roots in Memphis and his public admiration for Arkansas fans set the stage for a tenure that could reshape the Razorbacks’ culture, while his approach stands in sharp contrast to Lane Kiffin’s recent turnaround at Ole Miss.

UCLA’s recent roster overhaul under Coach Mick Cronin brings new talent, with Donovan Dent leading the charge, as projections forecast home victories over several Big Ten opponents but also highlight likely losses to Michigan, Michigan State, Iowa and USC.

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.