Arizona vs USC Basketball Picks 1-17-24

The USC Trojans and Arizona Wildcats face off on Wednesday in a college basketball showdown at the McKale Center. Let’s look at the betting matchup and give a free USC vs Arizona prediction.

USC Coming Off Another Disappointing Loss

USC is coming off another disappointing loss and they were knocked off by Colorado. USC scored only 58 points and against a Colorado defense that has struggled at times. Oziyah Sellers had a strong game putting up 18 points, but he was the only real bright spot. USC on the season is averaging 76.8 points while their defense is giving up 74.4 points per game. The offense is ranked 124th in the league but this game is going to comedown to if the defense can make enough stops. Boogie Ellis has been the top player for USC averaging 18.7 points while shooting 46.1 percent from the field. Bronny James hasn’t lived up to the hype that has surrounded him. USC will face Arizona State after this one. 

How Does Arizona Bounce Back?

Arizona has found a ton of success this season but they are coming off a very disappointing loss. In the last game against Washington State the offense only scored 70 points and they ended up losing by three points. Two games ago against Utah, Arizona scored 92 points and they ended up winning by 19 points. Arizona on the season is averaging 91.2 points while their defense is giving up 71.9 points per game. Caleb Love is averaging 18.3 points while shooting 43.9 percent from the field and 33 percent from behind the three point line. 

USC vs Arizona Betting Prediction

Arizona is a strong offensive team and they are averaging 91.2 points per game and they are going to have no issue running up the score against the USC defense. This Arizona defense has proven to be an issue all season and they are going to really struggle again in this game with the defense. USC is averaging 76.8 points and they are going to go over that number here. Back the over to cash with ease.