USC Trojans vs. California Golden Bears: How to watch NCAA Basketball online, TV channel, live stream info, start time

How to watch USC vs. California basketball game

By Scout Staff

Jan 3, 2024 at 11:01 pm ET • 3 min read

Halftime Report

After a tough loss on the road their last time out, USC looks much better today on their home court. They have jumped out to a quick 37-29 lead against California.

If USC keeps playing like this, they'll bump their record up to 7-7 in no time. On the other hand, California will have to make due with a 4-10 record unless they turn things around (and fast).

Who's Playing

California Golden Bears @ USC Trojans

Current Records: California 4-9, USC 6-7

How To Watch

When: Wednesday, January 3, 2024 at 10 p.m. ET
Where: Galen Center -- Los Angeles, California
TV: Pac-12 Networks
Follow: CBS Sports App
Online Streaming: Catch select College Basketball matches on Fubo (Try for free. Regional restrictions may apply.)
Ticket Cost: $14.00

What to Know

California has enjoyed a three-game homestand but will soon have to dust off their road jerseys. The California Golden Bears and the USC Trojans will face off in a Pac-12 battle at 10:00 p.m. ET on Wednesday at Galen Center. Both of these teams will be coming in off a loss in a game they were expected to win.

Last Sunday, it was a hard-fought match, but the Golden Bears had to settle for a 71-69 loss against the Sun Devils. The loss hurts even more since California was up 43-27 with 16:16 left in the second.

Despite the loss, California had strong showings from Jaylon Tyson, who scored 20 points along with nine rebounds and six steals, and Fardaws Aimaq, who dropped a double-double on 17 points and 14 rebounds. That's the first time this season that Tyson grabbed three or more steals.

Meanwhile, the matchup between USC and Oregon State on Saturday hardly resembled the 61-58 effort from their previous meeting. The Trojans took a hard 86-70 fall against the Beavers. USC has now taken an 'L' in back-to-back games.

USC's defeat shouldn't obscure the performances of Boogie Ellis, who scored 20 points, and Bronny James who scored 15 points. As a matter of fact, that's the most points James has scored all season.

The Golden Bears' loss dropped their record down to 4-9. As for the Trojans, they have traveled a rocky road recently, as they've lost five of their last six contests, which put a noticeable dent in their 6-7 record this season.

This contest is one where the number of possessions is likely to be a big factor: California have been smashing the glass this season, having averaged 37.9 rebounds per game. However, it's not like USC struggles in that department as they've been averaging 36.7 rebounds per game. Given these competing strengths, it'll be interesting to see how their clash plays out.

California was pulverized by USC 97-60 in their previous matchup back in February of 2023. Thankfully for California, Drew Peterson (who scored 30 points along with seven rebounds and six assists) won't be suiting up this time. Will that be enough to change the final result? Check CBSSports.com after the match to find out.