UPDATE: In a nail-biting showdown, the University of Southern California (USC) triumphed over Troy in a dramatic 107-106 victory after three overtimes late Thursday night in Los Angeles. Chad Baker-Mazara delivered a career-high performance with 34 points, while Jordan Marsh clinched the win with a stunning buzzer-beating three-pointer.
The game, which unfolded on November 30, 2023, saw Troy, fresh off a 108-107 double-overtime win against San Diego State just two days prior, leading through much of the final overtime. However, a critical turnover by Troy in the closing seconds proved costly. After Baker-Mazara missed a drive, Rodney Rice grabbed the loose ball and sent it to Marsh, who sank the decisive shot from near the top of the arc.
USC, now holding a perfect 4-0 record, also featured Rice, who contributed 26 points and nine assists, and Ezra Ausar, who added 22 points. Despite being heavily outrebounded 63-39, including a staggering 25-7 on the offensive glass, USC managed to secure the thrilling win.
Troy’s Cooper Campbell had a standout game, scoring 32 points and pulling down 12 rebounds, while also hitting a clutch three-pointer to tie the game at 68 with only 7.8 seconds left in regulation. Other notable performances included Victor Valdes with 24 points and Theo Send with 20 points.
The match featured intense back-and-forth action, with a total of 15 lead changes and neither team leading by more than five points in the first half, which ended in a 29-29 tie. The contest escalated in intensity as both teams battled fiercely for the win.
This latest victory highlights USC’s resilience and ability to perform under pressure, which is critical as they continue their season. Fans and analysts alike are buzzing about the thrilling finish, making this game one for the history books.
What’s Next: As USC celebrates this hard-fought win, all eyes will be on their upcoming matchups. The team aims to maintain their momentum as they continue their quest for a successful season in college basketball.
