NCAAB · Final

USC Trojans Defeat Maryland Terrapins 88-71

Tuesday, January 13, 2026, 10:30 PM ET · Galen Center

USC Trojans 88, Maryland Terrapins 71, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.

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Who won Maryland Terrapins vs USC Trojans?

USC Trojans beat Maryland Terrapins 88-71 at Galen Center on January 13, 2026.

Who was favored in Maryland Terrapins vs USC Trojans?

USC Trojans were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -485 (about 83% implied). The favorite won.

The USC Trojans secured a decisive victory over the Maryland Terrapins with a final score of 88-71 at the Galen Center. This game showcased the Trojans' solid home performance, improving their record to 15-3, while the Terrapins fell to 7-11 on the season. The match was notable not only for the final score but also for the contrasting forms of both teams leading into this fixture.

USC entered the game with a home record of 14-3, including a recent stretch of 7-3 in their last ten games, and they were on a one-game winning streak. The Trojans averaged 79.4 points scored per game while allowing 75.6 points. Their last five games showed a scoring average of 77.2 points, indicating a consistent offensive output. In contrast, Maryland struggled significantly, with a record of 2-8 in their last ten games and a current losing streak of three games. The Terrapins averaged only 68.9 points scored and allowed an average of 80.5 points, highlighting their defensive vulnerabilities.

At home, USC had a record of 3-1 in their last four games, while Maryland's away record was a concerning 0-5, reflecting their difficulties when not playing on their home court. The previous meeting between these two teams occurred on February 21, 2025, where USC lost to Maryland 71-88, making this victory particularly sweet for the Trojans as they avenged that defeat.

In terms of injuries, the block did not specify any current player injuries impacting either team, suggesting both squads were at full strength for this matchup. The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had USC favored by 9.5 points, with a total set at 150.5. The odds indicated a strong belief in USC's ability to dominate at home, with a moneyline of -485 for the Trojans and +370 for the Terrapins.

The game conditions were typical for a college basketball matchup, with both teams competing in front of a home crowd at the Galen Center. As the game unfolded, viewers saw significant contributions from key players, particularly in the second half, where USC pulled away from Maryland. Notable scoring plays included Jacob Cofie making free throws, and Jordan Marsh contributing with layups and free throws, showcasing the Trojans' depth and offensive strategy.

Overall, this fixture highlighted the strengths of USC as a formidable home team while exposing the struggles of Maryland on the road. The Trojans' ability to score efficiently and maintain control of the game was evident, and they will look to build on this momentum in their upcoming matches.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	USC -9.5	150.5 o -112 / u -108	Maryland Terrapins +370 · USC Trojans -485

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Leaders

PointsJordan Marsh20USC Trojans
AssistsJordan Marsh4USC Trojans
ReboundsGabe Dynes8USC Trojans
PointsDavid Coit30Maryland Terrapins
AssistsDavid Coit1Maryland Terrapins
ReboundsSolomon Washington8Maryland Terrapins

Recent form

USC Trojans

Last 10: 7-3Streak W179.4 scored · 75.6 allowed per game3-1 at home

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
W97-70vs UTSA RoadrunnersDec 18
W68-61vs Washington State CougarsDec 15
W94-81at San Diego TorerosDec 10
L76-84vs Washington HuskiesDec 6
W82-77at Oregon DucksDec 3
W88-75at Arizona State Sun DevilsNov 26

Maryland Terrapins

Last 10: 2-8Streak L368.9 scored · 80.5 allowed per game0-5 away

L55-67at UCLA BruinsJan 11
L66-84vs Indiana HoosiersJan 7
L54-64vs Oregon DucksJan 3
W73-58vs Old Dominion MonarchsDec 28
L72-80at Virginia CavaliersDec 20
L83-101vs Michigan WolverinesDec 14
L64-83at Iowa HawkeyesDec 6
W89-63vs Wagner SeahawksDec 3
L72-105at Alabama Crimson TideNov 27
L61-100at Gonzaga BulldogsNov 26

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	Maryland Terrapins	USC Trojans
Field goals	21-48	34-66
Field goal %	44	52
Three-pointers	8-22	8-25
Three-point %	36	32
Free throws	21-27	12-16
Free throw %	78	75
Rebounds	24	35
Offensive rebounds	4	13
Defensive rebounds	20	22
Assists	6	23
Steals	4	6
Blocks	3	5
Turnovers	12	6
Team turnovers	0	0
Technical fouls	0	0
Technical fouls, total	0	0
Flagrant fouls	0	1
Points off turnovers	4	15
Fast-break points	1	11
Points in the paint	14	44
Fouls	20	22
Largest lead	4	19
Lead changes	8	8
Time in front	23	69

How the scoring went

2nd Half42-42Solomon Washington makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half44-42Darius Adams makes 19-foot pullup jump shot
2nd Half44-44Gabe Dynes makes layup (Ezra Ausar assists)
2nd Half47-44David Coit makes 26-foot three point jumper
2nd Half47-46Ezra Ausar makes layup (Kam Woods assists)
2nd Half49-46Darius Adams makes 12-foot step back jumpshot
2nd Half49-48Gabe Dynes makes 0-foot tip in dunk
2nd Half51-48David Coit makes 13-foot pullup jump shot
2nd Half52-48David Coit makes free throw 1 of 1
2nd Half52-50Jerry Easter II makes layup (Ezra Ausar assists)
2nd Half52-52Ezra Ausar makes 5-foot hook shot (Jordan Marsh assists)
2nd Half52-53Ezra Ausar makes free throw 1 of 1
2nd Half52-56Jordan Marsh makes 27-foot three point jumper
2nd Half52-58Jerry Easter II makes 12-foot floating jump shot (Jordan Marsh assists)
2nd Half54-58Isaiah Watts makes 20-foot jumper
2nd Half54-61Jordan Marsh makes 25-foot three point jumper (Terrance Williams II assists)
2nd Half56-61Myles Rice makes 18-foot jumper (Collin Metcalf assists)
2nd Half56-63Gabe Dynes makes 2-foot alley oop dunk (Jordan Marsh assists)
2nd Half59-63David Coit makes 26-foot three pointer
2nd Half59-65Jerry Easter II makes driving layup
2nd Half60-65Darius Adams makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half60-68Jordan Marsh makes 25-foot three point jumper
2nd Half61-68Darius Adams makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half62-68Darius Adams makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half62-70Jaden Brownell makes layup
2nd Half62-73Jaden Brownell makes 24-foot three point jumper (Jordan Marsh assists)
2nd Half64-73David Coit makes driving layup
2nd Half64-75Jordan Marsh makes 17-foot pullup jump shot
2nd Half64-78Jacob Cofie makes 26-foot three point jumper (Ezra Ausar assists)
2nd Half65-78Solomon Washington makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half66-78Solomon Washington makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half66-80Jerry Easter II makes 17-foot pullup jump shot
2nd Half66-81Jacob Cofie makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half66-82Jacob Cofie makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half66-84Jordan Marsh makes layup (Jacob Cofie assists)
2nd Half69-84Solomon Washington makes 25-foot three point jumper (Isaiah Watts assists)
2nd Half69-86Jordan Marsh makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half69-85Jordan Marsh makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half69-88Jordan Marsh makes driving layup
2nd Half71-88Solomon Washington makes 9-foot jumper