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Troy vs USC Prediction 11/20/2025 Today’s College Basketball Picks

Nov 14, 2025; Inglewood, California, USA;  Southern California Trojans guard Rodney Rice (1) and forward Jacob Cofie (6) and forward Chad Baker-Mazara (4) and forward Ezra Ausar (2) and forward Terrance Williams II (5) huddle during the first half of the Hall of Fame Series game against the Illinois State Redbirds at Intuit Dome. Mandatory Credit: Kiyoshi Mio-Imagn Images

Nov 14, 2025; Inglewood, California, USA; Southern California Trojans guard Rodney Rice (1) and forward Jacob Cofie (6) and forward Chad Baker-Mazara (4) and forward Ezra Ausar (2) and forward Terrance Williams II (5) huddle during the first half of the Hall of Fame Series game against the Illinois State Redbirds at Intuit Dome. Mandatory Credit: Kiyoshi Mio-Imagn Images

MATCHUP Troy Trojans USC Trojans
Team Records 4-2 3-0
Spread +18.5 -108 -18.5 -112
Moneyline +1500 -3600
Total Over 157.5 (-105) Under 157.5 (-115)
Where Galen Center, Los Angeles, CA
When Thursday, November 20, 2025
Time 10:00 PM EST
TV BTN
In this article we will formulate a Troy vs USC prediction for this College Basketball game on Thursday, November 20th at the Galen Center in Los Angeles, California. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this College Basketball matchup.

Troy Trojans Betting Preview

The Troy Trojans are 4-2 this season after they defeated San Diego State in double overtime by a score of 108-107 last time out. Troy was tied at 38 at halftime and tied at 89 after regulation, but they scored 19 points in the first two overtimes to sneak away with the upset win. The Trojans shot 44% from the field, 35% on three pointers, and 74% on free throws in the game. Thomas Dowd led Troy with 25 points and 19 rebounds, while Victor Valdes added 20 points and five rebounds in the win. 

Prior to that game, Troy lost to CS Northridge by a score of 94-85 and Loyola Marymount by a score of 74-63. The Trojans have scored 90.7 points per game with 35.3 rebounds and 17.5 assists per game, while they have allowed 81.5 points against per game this season. Thomas Dowd is averaging 16.0 points and 11.0 rebounds per game, while Victor Valdes is averaging 16.0 points and 3.8 assists per game for the Trojans. Troy is shooting 47.4% from the field, 76.6% on free throws, and 36.7% on three pointers this season. 

USC Trojans Betting Preview

The USC Trojans are 3-0 this year after they defeated Illinois State by a score of 87-67 in their last game. USC led 40-26 at halftime and added 47 points in the second half for the easy win. The Trojans shot 51% from the field, 33% on three pointers, and 66% on free throws in the game. Rodney Rice led USC with 21 points, 10 rebounds, and 10 assists, while Chad Baker-Mazara added 18 points and four rebounds in the win. 

Prior to that game, USC defeated Manhattan by a score of 114-83 and Cal Poly by a score of 94-64. The Trojans have scored 98.3 points per game with 45.0 rebounds and 22.7 assists per game, while they have allowed 71.3 points against per game this season. Rodney Rice is averaging 18.7 points and 7.3 assists per game, while Chad Baker-Mazara is averaging 18.7 points and 6.0 rebounds per game for the Trojans. USC is shooting 49.3% from the field, 69.2% on free throws, and 35.4% on three pointers this year. 

Why the USC Trojans will win

Why the Troy Trojans will win

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Troy vs USC Prediction 

USC comes into this matchup with a 3-0 record to start the season, but they haven’t faced a decent opponent yet. The Trojans are shooting 49% from the field and they have scored 87+ in all three games. Troy is coming off of an upset win over San Diego State in double overtime, but they are allowing over 81 points against per game on defense. Troy is shooting 47% from the field, but they have allowed 107 and 94 in their last two games. Take the over in this contest.

David Racey's Pick: Over 157.5

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