Trojans Prepare to Host Terps in Crucial Pac-12 Clash

The USC men’s basketball team is set to face a stiff test on the road as they host the Maryland Terrapins at the Galen Center. Without the injured Rodney Rice, who will miss the remainder of the season with a shoulder injury, the Trojans will rely heavily on their depth and versatility to take down the 20th-ranked Terps. Maryland’s offense, which has struggled to find its rhythm in recent games, will need to adjust to playing without one of its top scorers. The team’s next-highest scorer, Donta’ Thompson, will likely take on an increased role in the starting lineup, but can he replicate Rice’s production without him? USC, meanwhile, is looking to capitalize on a favorable schedule and bounce back from a tough loss to UCLA last week. The Trojans have been playing with renewed energy and intensity, led by the impressive play of sophomore guard Isaiah Moore. Tip-off is scheduled for 10:30 p.m. ET, and fans can expect an intense matchup between two teams looking to make a statement in Pac-12 conference play.