Morning Buzz: What Does USC Have In Common With NBA All-Star Game?

Who played worse defense? The NBA All-Stars or USC? Was Alex Grinch in Indianapolis? Speaking of USC’s defense, here’s a classic clip from Chris “Mad Dog” Russo that includes his consistent botching of Caleb Williams’ name. Kuh-leeb Williams. “It’s up to him. It’s up to the kid,” LeBron James said. “Obviously we’re gonna go through the whole process. He’s still in season now, has the … Continue reading Morning Buzz: What Does USC Have In Common With NBA All-Star Game?

Low Expectations For USC?

The first over/under for regular season wins I’ve seen for USC is 7.5 via BetOnline. That seems really low. I understand the concerns about USC’s schedule (which is actually less daunting given Washington’s demise and Jim Harbaugh’s departure). But is 8 wins considered good next season? Are expectations that low? If USC wins 8 games, you make money. But if you are a USC fan, … Continue reading Low Expectations For USC?

Sunday Buzz: USC Won’t Miss Colorado In Big Ten

USC was up 65-49 with nine minutes left against Colorado and lost in double OT on Saturday night. Did you know Andy Enfield is 7-13 against Colorado coach Tad Boyle? Since 2019, Enfield is 3-9 vs. Boyle. So you can’t use the excuse that USC was bad when Enfield took the job to explain this record. Meanwhile, Washington State, located in Pullman, Wash., is 20-6 … Continue reading Sunday Buzz: USC Won’t Miss Colorado In Big Ten

USC Saturday Buzz: Steve Sarkisian Gets Intersting Contract

Texas has extended the contract of Steve Sarkisian through 2030 that will pay him more than $10 million per year. But I want to focus on two aspects: He gets personal use of a private airplane for up to 20 hours a year. That sounds like a perk that could backfire. Texas must also pay 60 percent of the guaranteed compensation to “Sark Enterprises, Inc.” … Continue reading USC Saturday Buzz: Steve Sarkisian Gets Intersting Contract

If It’s Friday, It’s Time For A USC Notes Column

The spring football game at the Coliseum on April 20 will be the same weekend as the Festival of Books. That means forget about parking on campus, because 40,000-50,000 attend the book festival. Probably not a great idea to visit the bookstore that day either. Does USC think of these conflicts at all? Here he is circa 1967 with USC student body president Taylor Hackford, … Continue reading If It’s Friday, It’s Time For A USC Notes Column