Two of the nation’s top teams go head-to-head in a major Big Ten showdown as the No. 8 Ohio State Buckeyes face the No. 7 USC Trojans on Saturday, Feb. 8, at the Galen Center in Los Angeles. Both teams enter with identical 20-2 records, making this a crucial matchup for conference supremacy.
Game Details
• Who:No. 8 Ohio State Buckeyes vs. No. 7 USC Trojans
• When:Saturday, Feb. 8, at 9 p.m. EST
• Where:Galen Center, Los Angeles, CA
• TV Channel:FOX
• Live Stream:FuboTV, DirecTV Stream, SlingTV
How to Watch the Game for Free
Fans looking to catch the action can stream the game live using FuboTV, which offers a free trial and a $30 discount on the first month for new subscribers. DirecTV Stream also provides a free trial, while SlingTV has discounted promotions for first-time users.
Game Preview
Ohio State’s Road Challenge
The Buckeyes are hoping to bounce back after a tough loss to No. 1 UCLA earlier this week. Now sitting at 9-2 in Big Ten play, they’ll need a strong performance to take down another top-ranked opponent in USC.
USC’s Home-Court Advantage
The Trojans enter the game at 10-1 in conference play, with their only Big Ten loss coming earlier this week against Iowa. Led by standout guard JuJu Watkins, USC will look to defend its home court and continue its push for a top conference seed.
Streaming Options
What is FuboTV?
FuboTV is an internet-based live TV service offering 200+ channels, including sports networks like FOX, CBS, and ESPN. New users get a free trial and a $30 discount on the first month.
What is DirecTV Stream?
DirecTV Stream provides live TV and streaming without the need for a satellite dish. New users can get three months of premium channels (including MAX and Paramount+ with SHOWTIME) for free upon signup.
What is SlingTV?
SlingTV is an affordable live-streaming option offering flexible sports packages starting at just $20 for the first month, with DVR Plus included for free for new subscribers.
More Big Ten Action Ahead
Ohio State returns home after this game for a key matchup against Minnesota, while USC continues its quest for a top seed in the Big Ten tournament.
Don’t miss this top-10 showdown—tune in live and stream the game from anywhere!
