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What to watch for when Arizona hosts USC in key Pac-12 game

After two weeks away from home, the No. 23 Arizona Wildcats will return to McKale Center to host the USC Trojans on Thursday.

Arizona (15-6, 5-3) is coming off a road sweep of the Washington schools. USC (17-5, 6-3) is coming off a home split against the Mountain schools.

Thursday’s tip-off is set for 7 p.m. MST on ESPN2. Here are some things to watch for.

Rebounding battle

The No. 1 key for Arizona in this game is controlling the defensive glass. That was a problem for the Wildcats earlier in the season but they have gotten things under control in Pac-12 play, ranking No.