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Arizona Downs USC 81-72 - Match Report

Arizona earned a 81-72 victory over USC on Saturday, getting 20 points from James Akinjo at Galen Center.

Arizona was a +6.0-point underdog in the win, and managed to turn a profit for their supporters.

Arizona got 19 points from Jordan Brown and another 16 points from Azuolas Tubelis. James Akinjo contributed 7 assists, while Azuolas Tubelis cleaned the glass with 15 rebounds.

USC got a 23-point performance from Evan Mobley, who was supported by 17 points from Tahj Eaddy. Ethan Anderson had 7 assists in a losing cause for USC, while Isaiah Mobley grabbed 7 rebounds.

First-half bettors who backed Arizona were victorious, as the score was 37-32 at the break.

Arizona had a 39-28 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.

Arizona looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Washington State. USC will aim to get back on the winning track vs. Oregon.