Jones stands out at Pac-12 Media Day


On most nights, sophomore guard Maurice Jones’ age would have prevented him from entering the Conga Room at L.A. Live. Yet on Friday afternoon, Jones, the youngest player and only sophomore chosen to represent his team at the annual Pac-12 Conference Men’s Basketball Media Day, found himself sitting on the stage at the popular nightclub […]

Trojans hold first official practice at Galen Center


Many teams across the country celebrated the opening day of official NCAA men’s basketball practices by hosting Midnight Madness pep rallies – often consisting of little more than dunk contests and three-point shootouts. USC, however, went through a grueling practice that lasted nearly three hours. “We want to make sure that we get straight to […]

Fontan tears ACL, likely out for season


Senior guard Jio Fontan was supposed to be the unquestioned leader for the USC men’s basketball team this year. Now, he’s out for the season. “It’s a blow for our team,” USC coach Kevin O’Neill told the Los Angeles Times. “It’s a huge blow for our team.” After landing awkwardly in an exhibition game in […]