Washington Huskies vs USC Trojans Prediction and Picks - December 6, 2025
Use Code WWWC It's Big 10 college hoops action on Saturday evening, and we have a Washington vs USC prediction ready to rock and roll. The Huskies enter this game off a tough 82-80 home loss to UCLA, and they are now 5-3 on the year. The Tojans enter this game a perfect 8-0 on the year and they are off an 82-77 road win over Oregon. The Trojans have won the last 10 games in this series. Continue reading to see our Washington vs USC prediction.
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Huskies Fall Short Against Bruins
Washington’s most recent game was an 82–80 loss to UCLA on December 3, where freshman forward Hannes Steinbach delivered a breakout performance with 29 points on 11-of-12 shooting and 10 rebounds. Zoom Diallo added 19 points, while Quimari Peterson and Wesley Yates each chipped in 12, but the Huskies’ furious late rally fell short as Diallo’s three-point attempt at the buzzer missed. It was Washington’s second straight defeat, dropping them to 5–3 overall and 0–1 in Big Ten play.
The Huskies have been productive offensively, averaging 82.3 points per game while shooting 44.6% from the field. Steinbach has quickly become a centerpiece, averaging 17.4 points and 12.2 rebounds per game, while Yates leads the backcourt with 16.3 points per game. Diallo adds balance with 14 points and 2.6 assists, and Peterson provides veteran scoring at 12.9 points per game. Washington’s strength lies in its rebounding, pulling down 41 boards per game, including over 14 offensive rebounds, which consistently creates second-chance opportunities.
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Defensively, Washington allows 73.6 points per game, holding opponents to 41.9% shooting. They’ve been vulnerable at times against perimeter shooting, giving up 33.7% from three, but their interior presence with Steinbach and Franck Kepnang gives them rim protection. The Huskies will need to tighten up defensively against USC’s explosive offense, but their ability to crash the glass and generate extra possessions makes them a dangerous underdog in Los Angeles.
Trojans Grab Huge Road Win Against Oregon
USC’s most recent game was an 82–77 win over Oregon on December 2, where Chad Baker-Mazara scored 25 points and Jacob Cofie added 17. Ezra Ausar pulled down nine rebounds, and the Trojans shot 51% from the field to remain unbeaten at 8–0. Despite 15 turnovers, USC’s balance and shot-making carried them through in their Big Ten opener.
The Trojans have been one of the most explosive teams in the country, averaging 90.6 points per game while shooting 49.2% from the field. Baker-Mazara leads the way with 20.9 points per game, while Rodney Rice adds 20.3 points and six assists per game when healthy. Ausar contributes 16.8 points and 5.9 rebounds, and Cofie provides interior scoring and rebounding at 10.6 points and 7.1 boards. USC’s offense thrives on pace and efficiency, hitting 38.2% from three and averaging 17.1 assists per game, which keeps defenses scrambling.
Defensively, USC allows 77.5 points per game, but they’ve been effective at limiting opponents’ three-point shooting to just 29.5%. Their rebounding has been consistent, averaging 38.4 boards per game, and their ability to generate steals and blocks adds pressure. With Baker-Mazara and Ausar forming a dynamic inside-out duo, and Rice’s playmaking when available, USC enters this matchup with confidence and momentum. Playing at Galen Center, the Trojans will look to extend their unbeaten run by overpowering Washington with their offensive firepower.
Washington vs USC Pick
Washington vs USC Spread Pick
- USC -6 (5 Units)
USC -6 looks like the sharper side because the Trojans have been one of the most explosive offenses in the country, averaging 90.6 points per game while shooting nearly 49% from the field. Chad Baker-Mazara and Rodney Rice form a dynamic scoring duo, each averaging over 20 points per game, and Ezra Ausar adds balance inside with 16.8 points and 5.9 rebounds. Jacob Cofie provides size and rebounding, giving USC multiple reliable options across the floor. Washington has talent, especially with Hannes Steinbach emerging as a force in the paint, but the Huskies have struggled defensively, allowing 73.6 points per game and showing vulnerability against perimeter shooting. USC’s ability to spread the floor and score in bunches makes them well-positioned to cover the number at home.
Defensively, USC isn’t perfect, giving up 77.5 points per game, but they’ve been effective at limiting opponents from deep, holding teams to just 29.5% from three. That matches up well against Washington, which leans heavily on Wesley Yates and Zoom Diallo for perimeter scoring. The Trojans also rebound consistently at nearly 38 boards per game, which should help them control tempo and limit Washington’s second-chance opportunities. With Baker-Mazara and Rice capable of taking over stretches and Ausar providing interior strength, USC has the balance and firepower to pull away late. Laying the six points feels justified given their offensive efficiency and the home‑court edge at Galen Center.
Washington vs USC Over/Under Pick
- Over 155 (4 Units)
The Over 155 looks like the right angle because both USC and Washington bring high‑tempo offenses with multiple scoring options, and neither defense has consistently slowed opponents. USC averages 90.6 points per game while shooting nearly 49% from the field, with Chad Baker‑Mazara and Rodney Rice both capable of putting up 20+ on any night. Washington isn’t far behind at 82.3 points per game, fueled by Hannes Steinbach’s inside dominance and Wesley Yates’ perimeter scoring. Both teams also rebound well, creating second‑chance opportunities, and their pace ensures plenty of possessions. With USC’s explosive attack and Washington’s ability to keep up offensively, this matchup sets up for a track‑meet style game that clears the 155‑point total.
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