The USC Trojans (8-12, 2-7 Pac-12) welcome the Oregon Ducks (14-6, 6-3) to Galen Center Thursday. Tip is set for 10:30 p.m. ET (ESPN). Below, we analyze'FanDuel Sportsbook’s'lines around the Oregon vs. USC odds, and make our expert college basketball picks, predictions and best bets.
The Ducks lost to the No. 12 Arizona Wildcats 87-78 at home Saturday, failing to cover as 4-point underdogs. They have won just 1 of their last 4 games. Oregon is 1-3 against the spread (ATS) over its last 4 games and 12-8 ATS on the season. The Ducks beat USC at home 82-74 Dec. 28, covering as 3-point favorites.
The Trojans lost to the UCLA Bruins 65-50 at home Saturday, failing to cover as 4.5-point favorites. USC has lost 2 straight at home yet is 2-2 ATS and straight up over its last 4 home games. The Trojans are 9-11 ATS this season yet 4-3 ATS over their last 7 games. They are led by G Boogie Ellis, who is averaging 18.1 points per game.
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