NCAA Tournament March Madness
#82 USC
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Projection: likely out
USC's season thus far has been marked by a lack of signature wins, which is crucial for tournament consideration. Their victories against lower-ranked teams like Chattanooga and Grambling haven't significantly bolstered their profile. Notably, the losses to St. Mary's and Michigan illustrate challenges against quality opponents, while the team’s slim chances of coming out on top against top-tier teams like Indiana and Illinois further emphasize their inconsistency. With a demanding schedule ahead, especially matchups against UCLA and Purdue, they have ample opportunity to improve their standing, but they must show they can compete effectively against ranked foes to gain traction in the eyes of the selection committee.
| Date | Opponent | Ranking | Outcome |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11/4 | Chattanooga | 203 | W77-51 |
| 11/7 | Idaho St | 169 | W75-69 |
| 11/13 | UT Arlington | 186 | W98-95 |
| 11/17 | California | 116 | L71-66 |
| 11/20 | San Jose St | 185 | W82-68 |
| 11/24 | Grambling | 327 | W80-69 |
| 11/28 | (N)St Mary's CA | 56 | L71-36 |
| 11/29 | (N)New Mexico | 61 | L83-73 |
| 12/4 | Oregon | 26 | L68-60 |
| 12/7 | @Washington | 86 | W85-61 |
| 12/15 | Montana St | 174 | W89-63 |
| 12/18 | CS Northridge | 102 | W90-69 |
| 12/22 | Southern Univ | 242 | W82-51 |
| 1/4 | Michigan | 13 | L85-74 |
| 1/8 | @Indiana | 55 | 42% |
| 1/11 | @Illinois | 9 | 32% |
| 1/14 | Iowa | 51 | 50% |
| 1/18 | Wisconsin | 20 | 43% |
| 1/22 | @Nebraska | 30 | 38% |
| 1/27 | UCLA | 17 | 43% |
| 2/1 | Michigan St | 19 | 43% |
| 2/4 | @Northwestern | 49 | 42% |
| 2/7 | @Purdue | 24 | 37% |
| 2/11 | Penn St | 39 | 47% |
| 2/15 | Minnesota | 143 | 60% |
| 2/20 | @Maryland | 16 | 35% |
| 2/23 | @Rutgers | 84 | 47% |
| 2/26 | Ohio St | 32 | 46% |
| 3/1 | @Oregon | 26 | 37% |
| 3/5 | Washington | 86 | 55% |
| 3/8 | @UCLA | 17 | 36% |