
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.
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The Trojans boast a deep roster of returning stars and top freshmen, but a series of injuries threatens their summer progress.

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.

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.

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 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.

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

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.

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.