
USC Basketball Faces Draft Disappointment as Top Prospects Opt to Return for Another Season
The 2026 NBA Draft produced no USC selections, prompting the program to focus on the upcoming season and future draft prospects.
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The 2026 NBA Draft produced no USC selections, prompting the program to focus on the upcoming season and future draft prospects.

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.

After a lackluster 2025‑26 campaign, the University of Southern California men's basketball team is reshaping its roster, adding veteran transfers and freshmen, with high hopes for the upcoming season under Coach Eric Musselman.

After a lackluster 2025‑26 season, the University of Southern California men's basketball team is reshaping its roster, blending seasoned veterans with promising newcomers under Coach Musselman's guidance.

With rosters still in flux, the Big Ten braces for a 2026‑27 campaign marked by NBA draft entries, transfer portal moves and a handful of players still eligible for college play.

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.

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

The latest top‑25 rankings reveal new entrants, surprise returns and a wave of high‑profile transfers that could reshape the national picture.

Sports Illustrated’s preseason Top 25 reveals Florida at No. 1, but a wave of transfers and roster changes promises a volatile year across the nation’s elite programs.

Projected floors, backcourt talent and transfer impact define the outlook for the Big Ten, with Illinois, Michigan, Michigan State and USC leading the conversation.

With the NBA Draft withdrawal deadline passed, a wave of elite talent has chosen to stay in college, reshaping the preseason rankings and setting the stage for a competitive 2026‑27 campaign.

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.

The Gophers will travel across the Midwest and coast to face some of college basketball's most competitive programs, while hoping to translate a deep roster into wins.

With the May 27 withdrawal deadline approaching, the NBA will soon publish the names of players who have chosen to remain in the draft. Many athletes are still weighing their options, while a few have already announced their decisions.

St. John's has risen to No. 16 in the 2026‑27 CBS Sports Preseason Top 25 And 1 rankings after securing a commitment from four‑star forward Theo Edema, while Coach Rick Pitino looks to bolster the roster with two additional transfers.

Although the portal closed on April 21, roster moves persist as schools add transfers and finalize lineups for the upcoming 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.
After a standout fifth‑year senior campaign, Purdue’s Trey Kaufman‑Renn receives an invitation to the NBA Draft Combine, where he will test his skills alongside top prospects.