Michigan Wolverines vs USC Trojans predictions, Jan 02, 2026

Yuriy Borshchenko

9 months ago

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In an exciting NCAA College Basketball matchup on January 2, 2026, the Michigan Wolverines basketball team will face off against the USC Trojans at the Wolverines’ home court.

Both teams have been in good form recently, with Michigan winning all 5 of their last matches and USC securing victories in 4 out of their last 5 games. This sets the stage for a competitive showdown between two evenly matched teams.

The Wolverines have been displaying strong tactical prowess on the court, with their defense proving to be a major asset in their recent victories. On the other hand, the Trojans have been showcasing their offensive capabilities, consistently putting up high-scoring performances.

Considering the bookmakers’ odds of 1.01 in favor of the home team and 14.25 for the away team, it is clear that Michigan is perceived as the favorite. However, with both teams in solid form, this game could go either way. Fans can expect a thrilling and closely contested match between these two talented teams.

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Michigan
93.4%

USC
6.6%

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Betting Odds

	1	X	2
	1.01		12
	1.01		16.5

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Facts

Michigan is in fantastic form, winning most of its recent matches (last 5 games: 5 wins).

USC is currently in excellent shape (in the last 5 games, wins – 4).

Michigan may face physical challenges compared to their opponent, as they have played more matches in recent days.

Recently, Michigan has had a series of home games.

In this match, Michigan is the clear favorite.

In the last 1 head-to-head match, Michigan won 1 match, drew 0 matches, lost 0 matches, and goals 85:74.

Latest Head To Head

04.01.25 USC Trojans basketball – Michigan Wolverines basketball – 74:85

Standings

NCAA College Basketball Outrights

1. Michigan Wolverines: 5.25 (8.24%)

2. Michigan Tech: 5.25 (8.24%)

3. Arizona Wildcats: 9.5 (4.55%)

4. Connecticut Huskies: 11 (3.93%)

5. Duke Blue Devils: 12 (3.6%)

6. Iowa State: 13 (3.33%)

7. Purdue Boilermakers: 13 (3.33%)

8. Gonzaga Bulldogs: 15 (2.88%)

9. Houston Cougars: 16 (2.7%)

10. Michigan State: 26 (1.66%)

11. Florida Gators: 26 (1.66%)

12. Louisville: 26 (1.66%)

13. Illinois Fighting Illini: 26 (1.66%)

14. Michigan State Spartans W: 26 (1.66%)

15. Vanderbilt Commodores: 29 (1.49%)

16. Brigham Young: 29 (1.49%)

17. Kansas Jayhawks: 29 (1.49%)

18. Kentucky Wildcats: 34 (1.27%)

19. Tennessee Volunteers: 36 (1.2%)

20. Alabama Crimson Tide: 36 (1.2%)

21. North Carolina: 36 (1.2%)

22. Arkansas Razorbacks: 41 (1.05%)

23. Arkansas State: 41 (1.05%)

24. Texas Tech: 46 (0.94%)

25. St. Johns Red Storm: 50 (0.86%)

26. St. Johns Sonics: 50 (0.86%)

27. Nebraska Cornhuskers: 65 (0.67%)

28. Virginia Cavaliers: 80 (0.54%)

29. UCLA: 80 (0.54%)

30. VCU Rams: 100 (0.43%)

31. California Golden Bears: 100 (0.43%)

32. Maryland Terrapins: 100 (0.43%)

33. South Carolina Gamecocks: 100 (0.43%)

34. Virginia Tech: 100 (0.43%)

35. Boise State: 100 (0.43%)

36. UC Irvine: 100 (0.43%)

37. Marquette: 100 (0.43%)

38. Villanova Wildcats: 100 (0.43%)

39. LSU: 100 (0.43%)

40. Ole Miss Rebels: 100 (0.43%)

41. TCU: 100 (0.43%)

42. Dayton Flyers: 100 (0.43%)

43. Baylor Bears: 100 (0.43%)

44. Indiana Hoosiers: 100 (0.43%)

45. Colorado State: 100 (0.43%)

46. High Point: 100 (0.43%)

47. UCF Knights: 100 (0.43%)

48. Wake Forest: 100 (0.43%)

49. Wisconsin Badgers: 100 (0.43%)

50. Memphis Tigers: 100 (0.43%)

51. Pittsburgh Panthers: 100 (0.43%)

52. Kansas State: 100 (0.43%)

53. Clemson: 100 (0.43%)

54. Iowa Hawkeyes: 100 (0.43%)

55. Washington Huskies: 100 (0.43%)

56. Colorado: 100 (0.43%)

57. Utah Utes: 100 (0.43%)

58. Northwestern Wildcats: 100 (0.43%)

59. Drake Bulldogs: 100 (0.43%)

60. Seton Hall Pirates: 100 (0.43%)

61. West Virginia: 100 (0.43%)

62. SMU Mustangs: 100 (0.43%)

63. Ohio State Buckeyes: 100 (0.43%)

64. Notre Dame: 100 (0.43%)

65. Syracuse Orange: 100 (0.43%)

66. New Mexico: 100 (0.43%)

67. Auburn Tigers: 100 (0.43%)

68. Butler Bulldogs: 100 (0.43%)

69. UC San Diego: 100 (0.43%)

70. San Diego State: 100 (0.43%)

71. George Mason: 100 (0.43%)

72. Xavier Musketeers: 100 (0.43%)

73. St. Marys (CA): 100 (0.43%)

74. Mississippi St.: 100 (0.43%)

75. Missouri Tigers: 100 (0.43%)

76. McNeese State: 100 (0.43%)

77. Utah State: 100 (0.43%)

78. Creighton: 100 (0.43%)

79. Miami (FL): 100 (0.43%)

80. Texas Longhorns: 100 (0.43%)

81. Cincinnati Bearcats: 100 (0.43%)

82. Georgia Tech: 100 (0.43%)

83. Oklahoma Sooners: 100 (0.43%)

84. DePaul Blue Demons: 100 (0.43%)

85. Stanford Cardinal: 100 (0.43%)

86. Providence Friars: 100 (0.43%)

87. Oklahoma State: 100 (0.43%)

88. Santa Clara: 100 (0.43%)

89. Georgia Bulldogs: 100 (0.43%)

90. Arizona State: 100 (0.43%)

91. Texas A&M: 100 (0.43%)

92. Penn State: 100 (0.43%)

93. Yale: 100 (0.43%)

94. Oregon Ducks: 100 (0.43%)

95. St. Louis Billikens: 100 (0.43%)

96. Georgetown: 100 (0.43%)

97. USC Trojans: 100 (0.43%)

98. Troy: 100 (0.43%)

99. Akron Zips: 100 (0.43%)

100. NC State: 100 (0.43%)

101. Saint Marys: 100 (0.43%)

102. Minnesota Golden Gophers: 100 (0.43%)

103. Florida State: 100 (0.43%)

104. Boston College: 100 (0.43%)

105. Saint-Louis: 100 (0.43%)

106. California Maritime: 100 (0.43%)

107. Grand Canyon: 100 (0.43%)

108. Georgetown Hoyas W: 100 (0.43%)

109. Miami Hurricanes W: 100 (0.43%)

110. UC San Diego Tritons W: 100 (0.43%)

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