LOS ANGELES — In a game that felt more like March than mid-season, USC men’s basketball delivered one of the most dramatic finishes in recent Galen Center memory. After three exhausting overtime periods, the Trojans outlasted Troy University 107–106 on Thursday night, capped by a contested, cold-blooded buzzer-beater from freshman Jordan Marsh.
The matchup, expected by many to be a routine home win, quickly transformed into a heavyweight bout. Troy refused to fade, answering every USC run with one of its own and leaning heavily on standout guard Victor Valdes, who carved up the Trojans through regulation. But as the game wore on, particularly in the overtime periods, fatigue caught up with him. His impact waned late, opening just enough of a window for USC to seize momentum.
Chad Baker-Mazara
Meanwhile, the Trojans rode the performance of senior leader Chad Baker-Mazara, who delivered the best game of his USC career. With a career-high 34 points, Baker-Mazara carried the offense possession after possession, attacking the rim, burying contested jumpers, and keeping USC afloat when Troy threatened to steal the game.
The win marks one of the most resilient efforts of the young season for USC, who showed grit, conditioning, and late-game poise in a contest that featured numerous lead changes and pressure-packed moments. For a team still carving out its identity, Thursday’s marathon victory might be the spark that galvanizes the Trojans moving forward.
USC returns to action this weekend, carrying with them not just another win in the column, but a highlight that will be replayed for years: Jordan Marsh’s triple-overtime dagger, a shot that turned a grueling battle into an unforgettable night at Galen Center.
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