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USC Triumphs Over Rutgers in Double-OT Thriller at Big Ten Tournament

Desmond Claude's 28-point performance propels the Trojans to a 97-89 victory, advancing them to face Purdue in the second round.

Mar 12, 2025; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Northwestern Wildcats forward Nick Martinelli (2) dribbles the ball while Minnesota Golden Gophers forward Dawson Garcia (3) defends in the second half at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images
Mar 12, 2025; Indianapolis, IN, USA; USC Trojans guard Desmond Claude (1) celebrates after a play during the second half against the Rutgers Scarlet Knights at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Robert Goddin-Imagn Images
Mar 12, 2025; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Iowa Hawkeyes forward Payton Sandfort (20) attempts a shot over Ohio State Buckeyes guard John Mobley Jr. (0) during the second half at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Robert Goddin-Imagn Images
USC guard Desmond Claude drives between Rutgers guard Jamichael Davis, left, and Dylan Harper during overtime in their first-round Big Ten Tournament game on Wednesday night in Indianapolis. Desmond Claude scored 28 points, including 10 in the overtime periods, as the 14th-seeded Trojans defeated 11th-seeded Rutgers, 97-89, in double-OT. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)

Overview

  • USC, the No. 14 seed, defeated No. 11 seed Rutgers 97-89 in a double-overtime game in the Big Ten Tournament's opening round.
  • Desmond Claude led USC with 28 points, including 22 in the second half and overtime, and added eight assists in the victory.
  • Rashaun Agee and Wesley Yates III contributed 23 and 24 points respectively, with Yates going 4-for-4 from beyond the arc and Agee recording a double-double with 11 rebounds.
  • Dylan Harper starred for Rutgers with 27 points, eight rebounds, and eight assists, while Ace Bailey added 17 points before fouling out in regulation.
  • USC secured the win with a strong start to the second overtime, highlighted by Claude's scoring and back-to-back three-pointers from Agee and Yates.