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USC vs. Stanford Prediction and Odds: Fade Undefeated Trojans

By Reed Wallach

Jan 6, 2022; Berkeley, California, USA; Southern California Trojans guard Drew Peterson (13) shoots
Jan 6, 2022; Berkeley, California, USA; Southern California Trojans guard Drew Peterson (13) shoots / D. Ross Cameron-USA TODAY Sports
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USC is one of the few remaining unbeatens in the country and will put their record to the test against Stanford on Tuesday afternoon local time.

The Cardinal hasn't played this month due to COVID-19 Protocols, but will look to stun the Trojans in PAC-12 play. Here are the odds from WynnBET Sportsbook.

USC vs. Stanford Odds, Spread and Total

Spread:

  • USC: -6 (-110)
  • Stanford: +6 (-110)

Moneyline:

  • USC: -265
  • Stanford: +210

Total: 139.5 (Over -110/Under -110)

USC vs. Stanford Prediction and Pick

This number has flown up in the market from the opener of Trojans -4 to -6 at WynnBET as many flock to back the Trojans to move to 14-0 on the season. While, I'd wait to here if the Tree will have their full roster available, I believe they are able to keep this within a few possessions.

USC is an interior-centric team, generating more than 62% of their points on two-point tries. However, Stanford has a deep roster that is 12th in the country in limiting second chances for opponents. If they are able to run the Trojans off the perimeter and contest mid-range jumpers, they can hang around with their size.

As long as Stanford is able to hang on the glass I believe they can stay within arm's length of the Trojans. Don't sleep on the fact that USC shoots 60% from the free throw line (third worst in the country), which can keep this game close late and get the home underdogs a cover.

LEAN: Stanford +6

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