USC Trojans Defeat Washington State Cougars 68-61
Sunday, December 14, 2025, 7:30 PM ET · Galen Center
USC Trojans 68, Washington State Cougars 61, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Washington State Cougars vs USC Trojans?
USC Trojans beat Washington State Cougars 68-61 at Galen Center on December 14, 2025.
Who was favored in Washington State Cougars vs USC Trojans?
USC Trojans were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -1100 (about 92% implied). The favorite won.
In a tightly contested matchup at the Galen Center, the USC Trojans secured a victory over the Washington State Cougars with a final score of 68-61. This game highlighted the stark contrast in the teams' recent performances, with USC boasting a strong home record of 10-1, while Washington State struggled with a 3-8 record overall.
USC entered the game with a recent form of 9-1 over their last ten games, including a winning streak of one. Their scoring average during this stretch was an impressive 89.5 points per game, while they allowed an average of 78.5 points. In their last five games, they recorded an average of 84.6 points scored and 79.6 points allowed. The Trojans' last game before this matchup resulted in a 94-81 win against the San Diego Toreros.
On the other hand, Washington State faced significant challenges, coming into the game with a record of 3-7 in their last ten games and a four-game losing streak. They averaged 76.7 points scored and allowed 79.6 points during this stretch. In their last five games, their scoring average dipped to 73.8 points, while they allowed an average of 80.4 points. Their most recent game ended in a 64-78 loss to the Nevada Wolf Pack.
When considering home and away performances, USC had a home record of 5-1, while Washington State struggled with a 1-3 record in away games. This disparity in performance was evident as the game unfolded.
The Trojans and Cougars have faced each other multiple times in the past, but this game was particularly significant given the current form of both teams. The injury picture was not detailed in the provided facts, but it is always a crucial aspect to consider in matchups like this.
The betting market reflected USC's dominance, with DraftKings setting the odds at USC -12.5, indicating a strong expectation for the Trojans to win by a significant margin. The total points over/under was set at 156.5, suggesting that a high-scoring game was anticipated.
As the game progressed, USC maintained control, with key scoring plays contributing to their lead. Notable moments included Rihards Vavers hitting a three-point jumper, which brought Washington State to within three points at 58-61. However, USC responded effectively, with Jaden Brownell making a layup assisted by Chad Baker-Mazara, and Jacob Cofie contributing crucial free throws that helped extend their lead.
In the final moments, USC's Ezra Ausar made two free throws, bringing the score to 68-58, before Eemeli Yalaho of Washington State added a three-point jumper, finalizing the score at 68-61. This match showcased the resilience of USC, who demonstrated their ability to close out games effectively, while Washington State continued to search for answers amidst their struggles.
Overall, this game was a testament to USC's strong home performance and their ability to capitalize on opportunities, while Washington State will need to regroup as they look to improve their form moving forward.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | USC -12.5 | 156.5 o -112 / u -108 | Washington State Cougars +700 · USC Trojans -1100 |
Leaders
- PointsJacob Cofie21USC Trojans
- AssistsChad Baker-Mazara5USC Trojans
- ReboundsJacob Cofie10USC Trojans
- PointsRihards Vavers13Washington State Cougars
- AssistsTomas Thrastarson3Washington State Cougars
- ReboundsEemeli Yalaho6Washington State Cougars
Recent form
USC Trojans
Last 10: 9-1Streak W189.5 scored · 78.5 allowed per game5-1 at home
- 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
- W114-83vs Manhattan JaspersNov 9
- W94-64vs Cal Poly MustangsNov 4
Washington State Cougars
Last 10: 3-7Streak L476.7 scored · 79.6 allowed per game1-3 away
- L64-78vs Nevada Wolf PackDec 7
- L60-64at Bradley BravesDec 3
- L61-75vs Seton Hall PiratesNov 26
- L94-100at Arizona State Sun DevilsNov 26
- W90-85at Chaminade SilverswordsNov 25
- W98-74vs Southern Utah ThunderbirdsNov 20
- L69-81vs Washington HuskiesNov 15
- W81-71vs St. Thomas TommiesNov 11
- L69-85at Davidson WildcatsNov 8
- L81-83vs Idaho VandalsNov 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 | Washington State Cougars | USC Trojans |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 21-53 | 20-50 |
| Field goal % | 40 | 40 |
| Three-pointers | 9-28 | 1-13 |
| Three-point % | 32 | 8 |
| Free throws | 10-14 | 27-34 |
| Free throw % | 71 | 79 |
| Rebounds | 28 | 35 |
| Offensive rebounds | 4 | 5 |
| Defensive rebounds | 24 | 30 |
| Assists | 13 | 15 |
| Steals | 6 | 3 |
| Blocks | 1 | 4 |
| Turnovers | 13 | 11 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 3 | 7 |
| Fast-break points | 3 | 5 |
| Points in the paint | 22 | 32 |
| Fouls | 29 | 17 |
| Largest lead | 0 | 16 |
| Lead changes | 0 | 0 |
| Time in front | 0 | 98 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half33-36Ezra Ausar made Layup. Assisted by Jacob Cofie.
- 2nd Half33-37Ezra Ausar made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half35-37Tomas Thrastarson made Layup.
- 2nd Half35-40Jordan Marsh made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Chad Baker-Mazara.
- 2nd Half35-42Jacob Cofie made Layup.
- 2nd Half38-42Emmanuel Ugbo made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Tomas Thrastarson.
- 2nd Half38-43Chad Baker-Mazara made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half38-44Chad Baker-Mazara made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half38-46Jacob Cofie made Dunk. Assisted by Jordan Marsh.
- 2nd Half40-46Adria Rodriguez made Jumper. Assisted by Tomas Thrastarson.
- 2nd Half40-47Jacob Cofie made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half42-47Tomas Thrastarson made Layup. Assisted by Emmanuel Ugbo.
- 2nd Half44-47Rihards Vavers made Layup. Assisted by Adria Rodriguez.
- 2nd Half44-49Jordan Marsh made Layup.
- 2nd Half46-49Tomas Thrastarson made Jumper.
- 2nd Half46-50Jaden Brownell made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half46-51Jaden Brownell made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half46-53Chad Baker-Mazara made Jumper.
- 2nd Half48-53Jerone Morton made Layup.
- 2nd Half49-53Eemeli Yalaho made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half50-53Eemeli Yalaho made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half50-54Chad Baker-Mazara made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half50-55Chad Baker-Mazara made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half51-55ND Okafor made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half52-55ND Okafor made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half52-57Jaden Brownell made Layup. Assisted by Ezra Ausar.
- 2nd Half52-58Chad Baker-Mazara made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half52-59Chad Baker-Mazara made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half53-59Jerone Morton made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half53-61Chad Baker-Mazara made Jumper.
- 2nd Half54-61ND Okafor made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half55-61ND Okafor made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half58-61Rihards Vavers made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half58-63Jaden Brownell made Layup. Assisted by Chad Baker-Mazara.
- 2nd Half58-64Jacob Cofie made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half58-65Jacob Cofie made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half58-66Jordan Marsh made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half58-67Ezra Ausar made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half58-68Ezra Ausar made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half61-68Eemeli Yalaho made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Ace Glass.
Win probability
Above the line favours USC Trojans, below favours Washington State Cougars.
Venue
- Galen CenterLos Angeles, CA
- Attendance5394
- OfficialsMike Littlewood, Keith Kimble, Paul Szelc
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