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USC Targets Tournament Return Amid Star Recruit, Injury

5/17/2026

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The USC Trojans aim to end their three-year NCAA Tournament drought in 2026-27.
Coach Eric Musselman seeks to improve the Trojans' Big Ten record, which has been 7-13 each season.
Guard Alijah Arenas, a five-star recruit, averaged 14.1 points, 2.9 rebounds and 2.1 assists in 14 games.
Guard Rodney Rice posted 20.3 points, 6.0 assists and 3.3 rebounds in six games before a shoulder injury.

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Story summary

The USC Trojans aim to end their three-year NCAA Tournament drought in 2026-27.
Coach Eric Musselman seeks to improve the Trojans' Big Ten record, which has been 7-13 each season.
Guard Alijah Arenas, a five-star recruit, averaged 14.1 points, 2.9 rebounds and 2.1 assists in 14 games.
Guard Rodney Rice posted 20.3 points, 6.0 assists and 3.3 rebounds in six games before a shoulder injury.