One of the biggest matchups in women’s college basketball takes place Saturday night as No. 7 USC (20-2, 10-1) hosts No. 8 Ohio State (20-2, 9-2) in a highly anticipated showdown. This marks their first meeting as conference rivals after USC joined the Big Ten. However, they previously faced off in November 2023, when the Trojans secured an 83-74 win over the Buckeyes.
Will USC defend its home court, or will Ohio State bounce back from a recent loss and claim a crucial conference victory?
How to Watch Ohio State at USC:
• Date:Saturday, Feb. 8, 2025
• Time:9:00 PM EST
• TV Channel:FOX
• Live Stream:Fubo (Free Trial Available)
Game Preview
USC’s Recent Performance
The Trojans are coming off their first conference loss, falling 76-69 to Iowa last weekend in a game where the Hawkeyes retired Caitlin Clark’s jersey. However, they rebounded strongly with an 86-64 victory over Wisconsin. Star guard JuJu Watkins had a quieter game, shooting 4-for-11, but Kiki Iriafen stepped up with 15 points on 6-for-11 shooting. The bench also played a key role, with Avery Howell and Kayleigh Heckel both scoring in double figures.
Ohio State’s Recent Performance
Ohio State also enters the game looking to rebound after a 65-52 loss to undefeated UCLA. The Buckeyes struggled offensively, shooting just 29.4% from the field against UCLA’s stifling defense. Jaloni Cambridge led the team with 21 points but had an inefficient 7-for-20 shooting night, while Cotie McMahon contributed 14 points on 6-for-15 shooting.
What’s at Stake?
With both teams sitting near the top of the Big Ten standings, this matchup could have significant implications for conference positioning and NCAA Tournament seeding. USC will aim to defend its home court, while Ohio State seeks a statement win on the road.
Catch the action live on FOX or stream the game on Fubo (regional restrictions may apply).
