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What preseason hype, rankings and expectations could mean for USC men’s basketball this season
The Trojans ranked in the top 25 in multiple preseason polls, and a player received preseason recognition.
No. 19 USC’s homecoming comeback against Washington gives Lincoln Riley another week to fight on
The Trojans’ fight against the Huskies showed why head coach Riley still has committed players and why his season isn’t over yet.
Could the Big Ten discipline Desman Stephens II? Here’s what the rules say.
The rules that govern targeting have changed for this season, and that could be crucial for the fate of Stephens.
Dietz’s Debrief: Who will claim the final No.1 seed? What teams will make the field and who will barely miss the cut?
The battle for the final No.1 seed is between UConn, Florida and Houston while the last few tournament spots are being fought over by teams like Ohio State, Indiana, San Diego State and Auburn.
Rutzick’s Red-Hots: Dynamic Duos
This week’s top-performing pairs bring tournament firepower, but team flaws could end their runs quickly.
Circus Maximus: Managing Mayhem
With an increase in injuries in the sport of basketball comes a surplus of load management issues.
Liam’s League Leaders: How the league looks post All-Star Break
With Detroit setting the pace, Oklahoma City and San Antonio stay within striking distance, while surging contenders such as Cleveland, Boston and New York tighten the race.
Rutzick’s Red-Hots Vol. 2: New heights
Who is controlling the pace as we reach the home stretch of the regular season? Acuff, Toppin, and others soar in this week's edition.
CleveLAnd Cavs Weekly: An unstoppable offense emerges
Did the Cavaliers’ trade deadline acquisitions turn them into true contenders?
Dietz’s Debrief: Rankings shift, and rivals collide.
North Carolina beats Duke on a buzzer beater in a rivalry matchup as Houston and Florida soar up the rankings.
Two Weeks Notice: My Thanksgiving starting lineup
Teams and players that have filled my Fall 2025 sports season with joy.
Outside the Box: No. 7 Oregon beats No. 15 USC in Autzen Stadium
USC’s playoff hopes take a big hit after losing to Oregon.
Liam’s League Leaders
Liam’s League Leaders is a weekly column that ranks the top 10 NBA teams, analyzing how balance, efficiency and momentum are shaping the league's best teams.
Liam’s League Leaders
Liam’s League Leaders is a weekly column that ranks the top 10 NBA teams, analyzing how balance, efficiency and momentum are shaping the league's best teams.