Tell me this doesn’t describe so many USC losses during the Enfield Era. “I thought in the second half there were a couple possessions where we went one on one too much instead of just playing basketball the way we’re capable of,” Andy Enfield said. “We also missed some wide open, timely shots. To win a game like this, they hit a couple of big … Continue reading This USC Loss Had A Familiar Feature
Another one-and-done NCAA Tournament for USC under Andy Enfield. That’s happened three of the five times USC has been to the NCAA Tournament under Enfield. What about the Elite Eight? Well, he has as many NCAA wins as Wayne Tinkle the past three seasons. Enfield’s NCAA record with Evan Mobley (one season): 3-1. Enfield’s NCAA record without Evan Mobley (eight seasons): 2-4. The two wins … Continue reading Discuss The USC-Michigan State Game
We are live from Columbus, Ohio, for today’s East Region game. And just like that, the NCAA Tournament is over for USC. Can’t say I’m surprised. Michigan State can’t make a free throw and USC cannot capitalize. The floodgates have opened as USC allows Michigan State some open 3’s and isn’t doing anything to get open shots itself. USC shot selection needs to improve. The … Continue reading USC-Michigan State Live Blog
It’s not exactly news when Arizona underachieves in the NCAA Tournament. But Arizona losing to a No. 15-seed hasn’t happened to the Wildcats in 30 years, when Steve Nash-led Santa Clara upset Arizona. It’s the third straight year a No. 15-seed has defeated a No. 2 seed. Of course, it’s also feels very Pac-12-like when the conference suffers a big upset. At least (future Pac-12 … Continue reading Down Goes Arizona!
USC might be on spring break but it’s another imporant recruiting weekend. The headliner is five-star defensive tackle David Stone of Bradenton, Fla. Five-star linebacker Jadon Perlotte of Buford, Ga., who is committed to Georgia, will visit USC and UCLA this weekend. Also visiting USC are four-star offensive tackle Marques Easley of Kankakee, Ill.; four-star safety Jason Mitchell of St. John Bosco; four-star linebacker Jaylen … Continue reading Another Important Recruiting Weekend At USC
Forward Vincent Iwuchukwu (back) watched today’s open practice at Nationwide Arena in his pajamas. He is expected to be a game-time decision. Teams also practice off site so it’s possible Iwuchukwu will participate later today. Izzo said he is concerned about Big Ten teams in the NCAA Tournament. “I worry a little bit. I think we beat the hell out of each other,” he said. … Continue reading USC Morning Buzz: Game-Time Decision On Injury
