On Monday, January 5, 2026, the #24 USC Trojans will take on the #9 Michigan State Spartans at 8:30 PM ET. The game will be held at the Breslin Center in East Lansing, MI, and is a Big Ten conference game. Michigan State is favored with a spread of -11.5, while USC is the underdog with a spread of +11.5. Fans can catch the game on FS1.

USC vs. Michigan State Betting Prediction

• Spread Prediction: USC Trojans +11.5. The Trojans have a strong record of 12-2 and are ranked #24. They have been competitive, and getting +11.5 points offers value against Michigan State.
• Over/Under Prediction: Under 151.5. Michigan State’s games have gone under in 9 of 14 games this season. Both teams have solid defenses, which could keep the total score lower.

Team Trends

• The game will be held at the Breslin Center in East Lansing, MI.
• Michigan State Spartans are favored with a spread of -11.5.
• USC Trojans have a moneyline of +501.
• Michigan State Spartans have a straight-up record of 12-2 this season.
• The over/under for the game is set at 151.5 points.

USC vs Michigan State Preview

The USC Trojans will visit the Michigan State Spartans on Monday, January 5, 2026. Both teams hold a 12-2 record, making this Big Ten game exciting. USC is coming off a tough loss to Michigan, where they fell 96-66. They will look to bounce back against a strong Michigan State team.

Michigan State recently lost a close game to Nebraska, 58-56. The Spartans have been strong at home, with a 10-1 record. They are favored to win with a spread of -11.5. Fans can watch the game on FS1 at 8:30 PM ET. It will be interesting to see how both teams perform in this conference battle.

Spartans Strong at Home

The Michigan State Spartans hold a 12-2 record this season. At home, they have been tough to beat with a 10-1 record. Their strong home performance makes them a favorite in this game. The Spartans rank 9th in the AP poll, showing their strength in the Big Ten. Their offensive stats include 79 points per game and a field goal percentage of 46.1. They also average 19.6 assists per game, which ranks 13th nationally. Key players like Jaxon Kohler and Jeremy Fears Jr. contribute significantly. Kohler averages 14.1 points and 10.4 rebounds per game. Fears Jr. adds 11.7 points and leads with 128 assists this season.

USC Trojans Aim for Road Success

The USC Trojans have a solid season record of 12-2. They have performed well on the road with a 4-1 record. Their AP rank is 24th, which shows their competitiveness in the Big Ten. USC scores an average of 87.7 points per game. Their field goal percentage stands at 48.4%. They are strong in free throws, making 22.8 per game, which ranks them second nationally. Key players for the Trojans include Chad Baker-Mazara and Ezra Ausar. Baker-Mazara averages 20.4 points and 5.1 rebounds per game. Ausar contributes 16.9 points and 5.8 rebounds per game.

Final Betting Pick

The USC Trojans have a strong record of 12-2 and are ranked #24. They have been competitive this season, which makes the +11.5 spread appealing. The Trojans have shown they can perform well on the road with a 4-1 away record. This suggests they can keep the game close against Michigan State.

Both teams have solid defenses, which supports the under 151.5 prediction. Michigan State’s games have gone under in 9 of 14 games this season. With the Spartans allowing fewer points and USC’s defense also being effective, a lower total score is likely.

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