NCAAB · Final

Ohio State Defeats USC in Close Contest

Wednesday, February 11, 2026, 6:30 PM ET · Schottenstein Center

Ohio State Buckeyes 89, USC Trojans 82, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.

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Quick answers

Who won USC Trojans vs Ohio State Buckeyes?

Ohio State Buckeyes beat USC Trojans 89-82 at Schottenstein Center on February 11, 2026.

Who was favored in USC Trojans vs Ohio State Buckeyes?

Ohio State Buckeyes were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -360 (about 78% implied). The favorite won.

In a thrilling matchup at the Schottenstein Center, the Ohio State Buckeyes secured a hard-fought victory against the USC Trojans, finishing the game with a score of 89 to 82. This victory adds to Ohio State's home record, which now stands at 16 wins and 8 losses. USC, despite the loss, maintains a strong overall record of 18 wins and 7 losses.

The game was marked by intense competition, with both teams showcasing their scoring abilities. Ohio State averaged 75.4 points per game over their last ten outings, while allowing 75.1 points. Their recent form has been mixed, with a record of 5 wins and 5 losses in their last ten games, including a streak of one loss. In contrast, USC entered the game on a three-game winning streak, having won 6 of their last 10 games, with an average of 72.2 points scored and 73.2 points allowed.

At home, Ohio State has a record of 3 wins and 2 losses in their last five games, while USC's away performance has also been solid, with a 3-2 record in their last five away games. The previous meeting between these two teams occurred on February 27, 2025, where Ohio State triumphed with a score of 87 to 82.

In terms of injuries, the block did not specify any players missing for either team, indicating both squads were at full strength for this encounter. The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had Ohio State favored by a spread of 7.5 points, with a total set at 152.5 points. The moneyline odds were -360 for Ohio State and +285 for USC, reflecting the Buckeyes' status as the favorites.

The game conditions were not detailed in the block, but the atmosphere at the Schottenstein Center was likely electric, given the stakes of the matchup. Fans witnessed a series of critical scoring plays in the second half, including a pivotal driving layup by Bruce Thornton that helped Ohio State maintain their lead. The back-and-forth nature of the scoring kept the tension high, especially as USC attempted to close the gap late in the game.

Overall, this matchup was significant not only for its competitive nature but also for its implications on both teams' standings as they approach the latter part of the season. The Buckeyes' ability to secure a win at home against a strong opponent like USC demonstrates their resilience and capability to perform under pressure.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	OSU -7.5	152.5 o -108 / u -112	USC Trojans +285 · Ohio State Buckeyes -360

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Leaders

PointsBruce Thornton21Ohio State Buckeyes
AssistsBruce Thornton8Ohio State Buckeyes
ReboundsDevin Royal7Ohio State Buckeyes
PointsAlijah Arenas25USC Trojans
AssistsAlijah Arenas3USC Trojans
ReboundsEzra Ausar9USC Trojans

Recent form

Ohio State Buckeyes

Last 10: 5-5Streak L175.4 scored · 75.1 allowed per game3-2 at home

L61-82vs Michigan WolverinesFeb 8
W82-62at Maryland TerrapinsFeb 6
L82-92at Wisconsin BadgersJan 31
W84-78vs Penn State Nittany LionsJan 27
L62-74at Michigan WolverinesJan 24
W82-74vs Minnesota Golden GophersJan 20
W86-74vs UCLA BruinsJan 17
L74-81at Washington HuskiesJan 11
W72-62at Oregon DucksJan 9
L69-72vs Nebraska CornhuskersJan 5

USC Trojans

Last 10: 6-4Streak W372.2 scored · 73.2 allowed per game3-2 away

W77-75at Penn State Nittany LionsFeb 8
W81-75vs Indiana HoosiersFeb 4
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

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	USC Trojans	Ohio State Buckeyes
Field goals	26-62	29-58
Field goal %	42	50
Three-pointers	6-17	7-22
Three-point %	35	32
Free throws	24-33	24-25
Free throw %	73	96
Rebounds	32	33
Offensive rebounds	14	9
Defensive rebounds	18	24
Assists	10	14
Steals	11	5
Blocks	4	3
Turnovers	10	12
Team turnovers	1	0
Technical fouls	0	0
Technical fouls, total	0	0
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	20	10
Fast-break points	12	8
Points in the paint	30	26
Fouls	21	21
Largest lead	9	9
Lead changes	5	5
Time in front	48	38

How the scoring went

2nd Half53-56Amare Bynum makes 1-foot dunk (Bruce Thornton assists)
2nd Half54-56Alijah Arenas makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half54-58Amare Bynum makes 1-foot dunk (Bruce Thornton assists)
2nd Half56-58Jordan Marsh makes 3-foot floating jump shot
2nd Half57-58Alijah Arenas makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half57-61John Mobley Jr. makes 28-foot three point jumper (Bruce Thornton assists)
2nd Half58-61Jordan Marsh makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half58-64John Mobley Jr. makes 26-foot turnaround jump shot
2nd Half60-64Kam Woods makes 8-foot jumper
2nd Half60-66Devin Royal makes layup
2nd Half60-67Devin Royal makes free throw 1 of 1
2nd Half62-67Kam Woods makes layup
2nd Half64-67Kam Woods makes 7-foot floating jump shot
2nd Half64-70Puff Johnson makes 32-foot three point jumper (John Mobley Jr. assists)
2nd Half66-70Alijah Arenas makes 10-foot floating jump shot
2nd Half69-70Jordan Marsh makes 28-foot three point jumper (Kam Woods assists)
2nd Half69-72Christoph Tilly makes layup
2nd Half69-74Devin Royal makes 7-foot floating jump shot (Amare Bynum assists)
2nd Half69-75Bruce Thornton makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half69-76Bruce Thornton makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half69-78Amare Bynum makes 1-foot dunk (Bruce Thornton assists)
2nd Half70-78Jordan Marsh makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half71-78Jordan Marsh makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half71-79Devin Royal makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half71-80Devin Royal makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half72-80Alijah Arenas makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half73-80Alijah Arenas makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half74-80Jordan Marsh makes free throw 2 of 3
2nd Half75-80Jordan Marsh makes free throw 3 of 3
2nd Half78-80Jordan Marsh makes 27-foot three point jumper (Kam Woods assists)
2nd Half78-81Bruce Thornton makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half78-82Bruce Thornton makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half81-82Alijah Arenas makes 23-foot three point jumper
2nd Half81-84Bruce Thornton makes driving layup
2nd Half81-85Bruce Thornton makes free throw 1 of 1
2nd Half82-85Alijah Arenas makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half82-86Bruce Thornton makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half82-87Bruce Thornton makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half82-88Bruce Thornton makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half82-89Bruce Thornton makes free throw 2 of 2