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Clash at Galen Center: USC Trojans Set to Host UC Riverside Highlanders in Women's Basketball Showdown

As the USC Trojans prepare to welcome the UC Riverside Highlanders to the Galen Center, fans are buzzing with anticipation for what promises to be an electrifying game of women's basketball. The Trojans, coming off a string of impressive victories, are poised to continue their dominance on their home court.


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The recent performance of the USC team has been nothing short of spectacular. On December 3rd against San Diego Toreros, they showcased their offensive prowess by putting up 89 points and shooting an impressive 51 percent from the field. Their defense was equally formidable, with 7 blocks and 7 steals contributing to a commanding win. This level of play is not an anomaly for USC; it’s becoming their standard.


In another display of dominance on November 29th against Cal Poly Mustangs at home, the Trojans cruised to an 85-44 victory. Their defensive intensity forced a staggering 25 turnovers and translated into a remarkable 31 points off those turnovers. With such a strong defensive front that complements their efficient offense, it's clear why they have been successful.


However, one cannot overlook that in a closer contest against Penn State Lady Lions on November 23rd at Baha Mar Convention Center – despite being pushed – USC emerged victorious with a narrow one-point margin. This resilience under pressure is what separates good teams from great ones.


The Highlanders will certainly pose challenges; however, based on recent performances by both teams and considering UCRV’s less intimidating stats this season compared to those put up by USC in previous games - especially in terms of scoring efficiency and turnover ratios - it seems likely that the Trojans will maintain control throughout this upcoming match-up.


USC has shown time and again that they can adapt whether facing adversity or holding onto leads late into games. They've displayed depth in scoring options across quarters while maintaining high assists-turnover ratios which exemplify team cohesion and smart basketball play.


Fans should expect another thrilling game as these two teams clash at Galen Center but should feel confident in their Trojans' ability to secure another win for USC based on current momentum and past performances.


Mark your calendars for December 11th when these two teams face off at Los Angeles' Galen Center at midnight Eastern Time (9 PM Pacific Time). The game will be broadcasted live on Pac-12 Network for fans who want to catch every moment of this exciting matchup.

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