Free Sports Game Preview and Prediction: California vs. USC
Sunday, January 08, 2017 10:00 PM
Play: Point Spread: -3.5/-110 USC
The CAL Golden Bears stand 10-5 overall and 1-2 in the Pac 12. Cal lost some of their key contributors from last year’s squad, but this group remains a threat ranking 20th in the nation in total defense and 248th in scoring average. The USC Trojans haven’t gone against the toughest schedule, in comparison to other Pac 12 teams so far this season, but the Trojans have been taking care of business standing 15-1 overall and 2-1 in conference. In their last outing USC came through for us at home beating back Stanford by a final of 72-56. USC remains undefeated at home so far this season and the Torjans have shown strengths on both sides of the ball ranking 53rd in the nation in scoring average and 130th in total defense. The Trojans have great offensive depth with 5 players averaging in double figures and Elijah Stewart has led the attack averaging 14.3 points per game. Cal has to go back to back on the road which is always a challenge in the Pac 12. The Golden Bears will try to stay competitive today leaning on their defense, but the Trojans have shown the ability to put up some great offensive numbers this year. We like USC to come through on their home court as they go on to win and cover the spread.