After a disappointing performance at UCLA, the Beavers needed a win over USC. They got one, pulling off the season sweep with a hard fought 67-62 victory. The Beavers are now 17-9 overall, and 9-5 in the conference, tied for second in the Pac-12 with Arizona State.
The first quarter set the tone for the game. The Trojans got the lead first, with Jonah Matthews hitting a layup. Tres Tinkle matched that, and a Stephen Thompson Jr. three gave the Beavers the lead. The Trojans then matched with a three of their own. Neither team could get an edge on the other.