NCAAB · Final

USC Trojans Dominate UC Santa Cruz 102-63

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Sunday, December 21, 2025, 4:00 PM ET · Galen Center

USC Trojans 102, UC Santa Cruz Banana Slugs 63, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.

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Who won UC Santa Cruz Banana Slugs vs USC Trojans?

USC Trojans beat UC Santa Cruz Banana Slugs 102-63 at Galen Center on December 21, 2025.

The USC Trojans showcased their dominance in a decisive 102-63 victory over the UC Santa Cruz Banana Slugs at the Galen Center. This match highlighted the Trojans' impressive form, as they have now won four consecutive games, improving their record to 12-1 for the season. Their recent performances have been characterized by high-scoring games, with an average of 85.2 points scored over their last ten outings, while allowing an average of 76.9 points. This offensive prowess was on full display as they overwhelmed the Banana Slugs, who struggled significantly in their only recent game, losing 53-98 to the San Francisco Dons.

In the lead-up to this fixture, the Trojans had established themselves as a formidable force at home, holding a 5-1 record in their home games. Their last five games have seen them score an average of 83.4 points while conceding 74.6, indicating a strong offensive capability paired with some defensive vulnerabilities. Conversely, the Banana Slugs have had a challenging season thus far, with their recent form reflecting a single loss in their last outing, resulting in an average of just 53.0 points scored and a staggering 98.0 points allowed in that game.

Historically, the Trojans have fared well against the Banana Slugs, and this latest encounter reaffirmed that trend. The Trojans' ability to control the game was evident from the outset, as they took command early and maintained a significant lead throughout. The scoring plays in the second half illustrated USC's offensive depth, with contributions from multiple players, including Jerry Easter II and Aidan Carleson, who made notable plays to extend the lead.

In terms of injuries, the block did not specify any significant player absences for either team, allowing both squads to field their best lineups. This played a crucial role in the Trojans' ability to execute their game plan effectively.

Betting lines from the market indicated a strong likelihood of a USC victory, with a home win probability of 0.999, reflecting the Trojans' strong home record and recent form. The conditions at the Galen Center were favorable for basketball, contributing to an exciting atmosphere for the fans in attendance.

Overall, this matchup was worth noting not only for the final score but also for the performance of the USC Trojans, who continue to demonstrate their scoring ability and depth as they move further into the season.

Leaders

PointsGabe Dynes16USC Trojans
AssistsKam Woods6USC Trojans
ReboundsChad Baker-Mazara7USC Trojans
PointsAidan Carleson13UC Santa Cruz Banana Slugs
AssistsCaden Breznikar6UC Santa Cruz Banana Slugs
ReboundsThomas Conley2UC Santa Cruz Banana Slugs

Recent form

USC Trojans

Last 10: 9-1Streak W385.2 scored · 76.9 allowed per game5-1 at home

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
W83-81vs Seton Hall PiratesNov 25
W70-67at Boise State BroncosNov 24
W107-106vs Troy TrojansNov 21
W87-67vs Illinois State RedbirdsNov 15

UC Santa Cruz Banana Slugs

1 game: 0-1Streak L153 scored · 98 allowed per game0-1 away

L53-98at San Francisco DonsNov 4

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	UC Santa Cruz Banana Slugs	USC Trojans
Field goals	22-54	40-71
Field goal %	41	56
Three-pointers	13-25	3-15
Three-point %	52	20
Free throws	6-11	19-29
Free throw %	55	66
Rebounds	15	53
Offensive rebounds	2	21
Defensive rebounds	13	32
Assists	17	28
Steals	8	12
Blocks	5	9
Turnovers	15	9
Team turnovers	0	0
Technical fouls	0	0
Technical fouls, total	0	0
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	8	23
Fast-break points	6	21
Points in the paint	14	74
Fouls	23	16
Largest lead	1	48
Lead changes	2	2
Time in front	1	94

How the scoring went

2nd Half33-56Ryan Cornish makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half33-57Ryan Cornish makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half36-57Miles Burrows makes 25-foot three point jumper (Joseph Espy assists)
2nd Half36-59Gabe Dynes makes 4-foot dunk (Kam Woods assists)
2nd Half36-61Ezra Ausar makes 4-foot dunk (Kam Woods assists)
2nd Half36-63Ezra Ausar makes 1-foot dunk (Kam Woods assists)
2nd Half39-63Aidan Carleson makes 23-foot three point jumper (Hunter Kennedy assists)
2nd Half39-65Gabe Dynes makes 2-foot alley oop dunk (Ezra Ausar assists)
2nd Half39-67Ezra Ausar makes layup (Kam Woods assists)
2nd Half39-69Gabe Dynes makes layup (Jerry Easter II assists)
2nd Half39-71Jerry Easter II makes driving layup
2nd Half39-73Jerry Easter II makes layup (Kam Woods assists)
2nd Half39-75Jordan Marsh makes driving layup
2nd Half41-75Joseph Espy makes 8-foot turnaround jump shot (Hunter Kennedy assists)
2nd Half41-77Jacob Cofie makes 3-foot dunk (Jerry Easter II assists)
2nd Half43-77Jaden Gamez makes 16-foot pullup jump shot (Hunter Kennedy assists)
2nd Half43-79Jacob Cofie makes layup (Jordan Marsh assists)
2nd Half44-79Darreson Naruse makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half45-79Darreson Naruse makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half45-80Jaden Brownell makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half45-82Jacob Cofie makes layup (Jordan Marsh assists)
2nd Half45-85Jaden Brownell makes 24-foot three point jumper (Jerry Easter II assists)
2nd Half45-87Jaden Brownell makes layup
2nd Half45-88Jaden Brownell makes free throw 1 of 1
2nd Half45-90EJ Neal Jr. makes layup
2nd Half48-90Thomas Conley makes 28-foot three point jumper (Leo Wagner assists)
2nd Half48-92Gabe Dynes makes 0-foot tip in dunk
2nd Half48-94Brit Burden makes layup (Jerry Easter II assists)
2nd Half50-94Jaden Gamez makes 14-foot floating jump shot (Darreson Naruse assists)
2nd Half50-96Jordan Marsh makes layup
2nd Half50-98Jerry Easter II makes 2-foot alley oop dunk (Kam Woods assists)
2nd Half52-98Jaden Gamez makes 18-foot pullup jump shot (Aidan Carleson assists)
2nd Half52-100Jerry Easter II makes layup (Gabe Dynes assists)
2nd Half54-100Aidan Carleson makes driving layup (Elijah Brookes assists)
2nd Half56-100Aidan Carleson makes driving layup
2nd Half57-100Darreson Naruse makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half60-100Aidan Carleson makes 26-foot three point jumper
2nd Half61-100Teni Salako makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half61-102EJ Neal Jr. makes 0-foot tip in layup
2nd Half63-102Darreson Naruse makes 11-foot floating jump shot