USC Men’s Basketball Heads to 2026 Acrisure Series

Thanksgiving Week Basketball Lineup

The 2026 college basketball season is already on the radar of USC fans. The men’s squad will travel to Thousand Palms, California, for two Acrisure Series contests scheduled for November 25 and November 26. Opponents have not been confirmed yet, but potential matchups include Arizona State, LSU, South Carolina, SMU, and Utah State. These games will be the second appearance for USC in the three‑year span under head coach Eric Musselman.

In addition to the away series, the Trojans will host an Acrisure Series campus game at the Galen Center on November 22. The foe for that contest also remains undisclosed, leaving fans to speculate about another high‑stakes battle. This collection of games adds to a jam‑packed November for the athletics program. USC’s women’s team is also slated to field a competitive roster this season.

Football Frenzy Overlaps with Basketball

The football squad will not miss out on the busy schedule, taking the field at the Coliseum against Maryland on November 21. Just a week later, the crosstown rivalry heats up as UCLA visits the Rose Bowl on November 28. With all five contests clustered within a few hours of Los Angeles, fans could theoretically attend every game.

The basketball back‑to‑back in Thousand Palms follows USC’s previous outings at the same venue. In 2024 the Trojans lost to Saint Mary’s and New Mexico, underscoring the challenge of the Acrisure Series format. Coach Eric Musselman’s teams have yet to secure a win there, making the upcoming matches a chance for redemption.

Potential Opponents and Recent Form

• Arizona State
• LSU
• South Carolina
• SMU
• Utah State

Each of these programs brings its own strengths, adding intrigue to the upcoming schedule. The announced dates and locations give fans plenty of time to plan trips to watch the action. As the season approaches, USC fans are buzzing about a potentially exciting year for both the men’s and women’s basketball teams.