A Big 10 Battle Favors Maryland Over USC in College Hoops
USC Clashes with Maryland in NCAA Basketball Thursdays Showdown
Set your sights on the Big 10 as the #20 Maryland Terrapins take on the USC Trojans. Here's why you shouldn't miss out on the slightly underpriced spread!
Showdown Info
- Spread: Maryland -10.5
- Point Total: 153
Terrapins Roaring Towards Victory
The spread is in favor of Maryland, but it's not enough! The Terrapins are on fire this season, boasting a whopping +16.3-point average win margin. And being the home favorites? They've been unstoppable with a Big 10 leading +24.2 victory margin when they host.
In their last three home games, they've won by more than eight points, making them an attractive spread pick. But USC? Struggling to keep up with the Big 10 this season, they're 11-14 against the spread. They've also lost by 10+ points four times in their last seven losses.
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News Tags
- basketball
- Big 10
- CBB
- College Basketball
- Maryland
- Maryland Terrapins
- USC
- USC Trojans
Enrichment Data Insights:
Maryland Terrapins
- Recent Performance: A standout 2024-25 season, ending second in the Big Ten and securing a Sweet 16 berth since 2016.
- Key Players: Derik Queen and Rodney Rice (no longer with the team).
- Defensive Strength: Among the top nationally in defensive efficiency.
USC Trojans
- Current Coach: Eric Musselman.
- Roster Changes: New recruits, including Rodney Rice from Maryland.
- Conference Scheduling: Big Ten features 20 games, testing their mettle against top teams.
With the legal sports-betting landscape offering numerous betting sites, the slightly underpriced spread for the impending Big 10 battle between Maryland and USC in college hoops appears attractive. Given Maryland's impressive form, boasting a +16.3-point average win margin this season, bettors might find value in the Terrapins' spread. While USC has struggled against the Big 10, Maryland's home dominance, with a +24.2 victory margin when hosting, further strengthens their case. sports-betting enthusiasts following this matchup may want to consider Maryland, as they've won their last three home games by more than eight points.
