USC Trojans Defeat Indiana Hoosiers 81-75 at Home
Tuesday, February 3, 2026, 10:00 PM ET · Galen Center
USC Trojans 81, Indiana Hoosiers 75, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Indiana Hoosiers vs USC Trojans?
USC Trojans beat Indiana Hoosiers 81-75 at Galen Center on February 3, 2026.
Who was favored in Indiana Hoosiers vs USC Trojans?
Indiana Hoosiers were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -130 (about 57% implied). The underdog won.
The USC Trojans secured a hard-fought victory against the Indiana Hoosiers, winning 81-75 at the Galen Center. This matchup was notable as it marked the Trojans' first win against the Hoosiers in their last meeting, which took place on January 9, 2025, where they lost 69-82. The Trojans improved their home record to 18-6 with this win, while the Hoosiers fell to 15-9 on the season.
In terms of recent form, the Trojans entered the game with a record of 5-5 over their last ten games, including a win against the Rutgers Scarlet Knights just days prior on February 1, 2026, with a score of 78-75. They had averaged 73.2 points scored and allowed 74.1 points during this stretch. Their last five games showed a slight decline, with an average of 71.0 points scored and 72.4 points allowed.
On the other hand, the Hoosiers were riding a three-game winning streak, having won six of their last ten games. They recently defeated the UCLA Bruins 98-97 on January 31, 2026, showcasing their offensive capabilities with an average of 77.3 points scored and 75.3 points allowed over their last ten games. Their last five games had them scoring an average of 76.2 points while allowing 76.6.
The Trojans have performed well at home, with a record of 3-2 in their last five home games, while the Hoosiers' away performance has been equal, also with a 3-2 record in their last five away games. This fixture was set against a backdrop of competitive odds, with DraftKings pricing the Hoosiers as 1.5-point favorites, reflecting their recent form and overall season performance.
Injuries were not reported as a significant factor affecting either team for this game, allowing both squads to field their key players. The matchup was played under typical conditions for a basketball game, with no adverse weather or external factors impacting the play.
As the game unfolded, the Trojans took control in the second half. Key moments included a series of free throws from Jordan Marsh and Alijah Arenas, which helped extend their lead. Tayton Conerway also contributed significantly with a driving layup that kept the momentum in favor of the Trojans. The final scoring plays saw Ryan Cornish sealing the game with free throws that pushed the score to 81-75, solidifying the Trojans' win.
Overall, this victory not only boosts the Trojans' confidence but also highlights their ability to perform under pressure against a strong opponent like Indiana. Fans and analysts alike will be keen to see how both teams build on this performance in their upcoming fixtures.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | IU -1.5 | 153.5 o -105 / u -115 | Indiana Hoosiers -130 · USC Trojans +110 |
Leaders
- PointsAlijah Arenas29USC Trojans
- AssistsJacob Cofie5USC Trojans
- ReboundsEzra Ausar7USC Trojans
- PointsLamar Wilkerson33Indiana Hoosiers
- AssistsConor Enright8Indiana Hoosiers
- ReboundsTucker DeVries6Indiana Hoosiers
Recent form
USC Trojans
Last 10: 5-5Streak W173.2 scored · 74.1 allowed per game3-2 at home
- W78-75vs Rutgers Scarlet KnightsFeb 1
- L72-73at Iowa HawkeyesJan 29
- W73-71at Wisconsin BadgersJan 25
- L68-74vs Northwestern WildcatsJan 22
- L64-69vs Purdue BoilermakersJan 17
- W88-71vs Maryland TerrapinsJan 14
- W70-69at Minnesota Golden GophersJan 10
- L51-80at Michigan State SpartansJan 6
- L66-96at Michigan WolverinesJan 3
- W102-63vs UC Santa Cruz Banana SlugsDec 21
Indiana Hoosiers
Last 10: 6-4Streak W377.3 scored · 75.3 allowed per game3-2 away
- W98-97at UCLA BruinsJan 31
- W72-67vs Purdue BoilermakersJan 28
- W82-59at Rutgers Scarlet KnightsJan 23
- L72-86at Michigan WolverinesJan 21
- L57-74vs Iowa HawkeyesJan 17
- L60-81at Michigan State SpartansJan 14
- L77-83vs Nebraska CornhuskersJan 10
- W84-66at Maryland TerrapinsJan 7
- W90-80vs Washington HuskiesJan 5
- W81-60vs Siena SaintsDec 22
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 37-3 | - | 19-1 |
| Nebraska | 28-7 | 4 | 15-5 |
| Michigan State | 27-8 | 4 | 15-5 |
| Illinois | 28-9 | 4 | 15-5 |
| Wisconsin | 24-11 | 5 | 14-6 |
| Purdue | 30-9 | 6 | 13-7 |
| UCLA | 24-12 | 6 | 13-7 |
| Ohio State | 21-13 | 7 | 12-8 |
| Iowa | 24-13 | 9 | 10-10 |
| Indiana | 18-14 | 10 | 9-11 |
| Minnesota | 15-18 | 11 | 8-12 |
| USC | 18-14 | 12 | 7-13 |
| Washington | 16-17 | 12 | 7-13 |
| Rutgers | 14-20 | 13 | 6-14 |
| Northwestern | 15-19 | 14 | 5-15 |
| Oregon | 12-20 | 14 | 5-15 |
| Maryland | 12-21 | 15 | 4-16 |
| Penn State | 12-20 | 16 | 3-17 |
Box score
| Stat | Indiana Hoosiers | USC Trojans |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 26-63 | 25-54 |
| Field goal % | 41 | 46 |
| Three-pointers | 10-35 | 6-17 |
| Three-point % | 29 | 35 |
| Free throws | 13-16 | 25-31 |
| Free throw % | 81 | 81 |
| Rebounds | 25 | 40 |
| Offensive rebounds | 8 | 11 |
| Defensive rebounds | 17 | 29 |
| Assists | 21 | 14 |
| Steals | 8 | 5 |
| Blocks | 4 | 8 |
| Turnovers | 10 | 15 |
| Team turnovers | 2 | 2 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 1 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 1 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 15 | 12 |
| Fast-break points | 7 | 17 |
| Points in the paint | 28 | 28 |
| Fouls | 24 | 17 |
| Largest lead | 3 | 14 |
| Lead changes | 8 | 8 |
| Time in front | 8 | 87 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half41-51Alijah Arenas makes 17-foot pullup jump shot (Ezra Ausar assists)
- 2nd Half41-52Alijah Arenas makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half41-55Kam Woods makes 25-foot three point jumper (Alijah Arenas assists)
- 2nd Half42-55Lamar Wilkerson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half43-55Lamar Wilkerson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half46-55Conor Enright makes 26-foot three point jumper (Tucker DeVries assists)
- 2nd Half46-57Kam Woods makes 5-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half49-57Lamar Wilkerson makes 29-foot three point jumper (Conor Enright assists)
- 2nd Half49-59Alijah Arenas makes driving layup
- 2nd Half51-59Sam Alexis makes 1-foot alley oop dunk (Tucker DeVries assists)
- 2nd Half52-59Lamar Wilkerson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half53-59Lamar Wilkerson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half55-59Lamar Wilkerson makes 7-foot pullup jump shot (Conor Enright assists)
- 2nd Half55-62Alijah Arenas makes 25-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half55-65Alijah Arenas makes 24-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half55-67Jerry Easter II makes layup (Kam Woods assists)
- 2nd Half57-67Sam Alexis makes driving layup (Conor Enright assists)
- 2nd Half58-67Lamar Wilkerson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half59-67Lamar Wilkerson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half59-69Ezra Ausar makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half59-70Ezra Ausar makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half62-70Nick Dorn makes 25-foot three point jumper (Sam Alexis assists)
- 2nd Half64-70Reed Bailey makes 2-foot dunk (Tucker DeVries assists)
- 2nd Half65-70Reed Bailey makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half65-72Alijah Arenas makes driving layup (Jacob Cofie assists)
- 2nd Half65-73Kam Woods makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half65-74Kam Woods makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half68-74Lamar Wilkerson makes 27-foot three point jumper (Tayton Conerway assists)
- 2nd Half68-75Kam Woods makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half69-75Tayton Conerway makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half70-75Tucker DeVries makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half71-75Tucker DeVries makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half73-75Tayton Conerway makes driving layup (Nick Dorn assists)
- 2nd Half73-76Jordan Marsh makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half73-77Jordan Marsh makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half73-78Alijah Arenas makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half73-79Alijah Arenas makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half75-79Tayton Conerway makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half75-81Ryan Cornish makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half75-80Ryan Cornish makes free throw 1 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours USC Trojans, below favours Indiana Hoosiers.
Venue
- Galen CenterLos Angeles, CA
- Attendance6353
- OfficialsD.J. Carstensen, Randy Richardson, Owen Shortt
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