Penn State Nittany Lions vs USC Trojans predictions, Feb 08, 2026

Feb 07, 2026 0 Comment By Yuriy Borshchenko

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On February 8, 2026, the Penn State Nittany Lions will host the USC Trojans in what promises to be a compelling NCAA basketball matchup. The Nittany Lions come into this contest having won just 1 of their last 5 games, indicating a struggle to find consistency. Their recent form may concern fans, but home court advantage could play a pivotal role as they aim to rally in front of their supporters.

In contrast, the USC Trojans are riding a wave of confidence, winning 3 of their last 5 matchups. This upward trajectory suggests that they have effectively harnessed their strengths, which may include disciplined defense and efficient scoring. The Trojans have shown the ability to capitalize on opponents’ mistakes, which could be crucial against a Penn State side seeking to stabilize their performance.

According to bookmakers, USC is favored to win with odds of 1.51, while Penn State sits at 2.53. The statistical analysis gives a slight edge to the Trojans with a predicted 56.8% probability of an away victory compared to 43.2% for the Nittany Lions. However, in basketball, particularly in a college setting, the outcome remains uncertain. Both teams have the potential to impact the game’s direction significantly.

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Penn State
37.3%		 USC
62.7%

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MarathonBet 2.5 1.51
WilliamHill 2.55 1.5

Latest Results

05.02.26 Michigan Wolverines basketball – Penn State Nittany Lions basketball – 110:69
01.02.26 Penn State Nittany Lions basketball – Minnesota Golden Gophers basketball – 77:75
29.01.26 Northwestern Wildcats basketball – Penn State Nittany Lions basketball – 94:73
26.01.26 Ohio State Buckeyes basketball – Penn State Nittany Lions basketball – 84:78
22.01.26 Penn State Nittany Lions basketball – Wisconsin Badgers basketball – 71:98		 03.02.26 USC Trojans basketball – Indiana Hoosiers basketball – 81:75
31.01.26 USC Trojans basketball – Rutgers Scarlet Knights basketball – 78:75
28.01.26 Iowa Hawkeyes basketball – USC Trojans basketball – 73:72
25.01.26 Wisconsin Badgers basketball – USC Trojans basketball – 71:73
21.01.26 USC Trojans basketball – Northwestern Wildcats basketball – 68:74

Facts

  • Recent form of Penn State has been disappointing (last 5 games: 1 wins).
  • USC‘s form has been unstable in recent games (in the last 5 games, wins – 3).
  • Penn State may face physical challenges compared to their opponent, as they have played more matches in recent days.
  • USC might have a minor edge in this game.
  • In the last 2 head-to-head matches, Penn State won 1 match, drew 0 matches, lost 1 match, and goals 130:153. (average 65:76.5).
  • Including home match between the teams, Penn State won 1 match, drew 0 matches, lost 0 matches, and goals 63:61.

    Latest Head To Head

    11.02.25 USC Trojans basketball – Penn State Nittany Lions basketball – 92:67
    23.11.14 Penn State Nittany Lions basketball – USC Trojans basketball – 63:61

    Standings

    NCAA College Basketball Outrights

    1. Arizona Wildcats: 4.95 (12.23%)

    2. Michigan Wolverines: 5.9 (10.26%)

    3. Duke Blue Devils: 6.7 (9.03%)

    4. Houston Cougars: 10.2 (5.93%)

    5. Illinois Fighting Illini: 10.6 (5.71%)

    6. Florida Gators: 13.8 (4.39%)

    7. Connecticut Huskies: 14.2 (4.26%)

    8. Iowa State: 17 (3.56%)

    9. Kansas Jayhawks: 18.2 (3.33%)

    10. Nebraska Cornhuskers: 23.6 (2.56%)

    11. Purdue Boilermakers: 24.6 (2.46%)

    12. Texas Tech: 28 (2.16%)

    13. Gonzaga Bulldogs: 35 (1.73%)

    14. St. Johns Sonics: 41 (1.48%)

    15. St. Johns Red Storm: 47.5 (1.27%)

    16. Michigan State: 49 (1.24%)

    17. Michigan State Spartans W: 50 (1.21%)

    18. Vanderbilt Commodores: 50.2 (1.21%)

    19. Alabama Crimson Tide: 50.2 (1.21%)

    20. Arkansas Razorbacks: 56.2 (1.08%)

    21. Brigham Young: 57.4 (1.05%)

    22. Tennessee Volunteers: 68.2 (0.89%)

    23. Louisville: 68.2 (0.89%)

    24. Virginia Cavaliers: 72.2 (0.84%)

    25. North Carolina: 76.2 (0.79%)

    26. Kentucky Wildcats: 76.2 (0.79%)

    27. VCU Rams: 100 (0.61%)

    28. UC Irvine: 100 (0.61%)

    29. High Point: 100 (0.61%)

    30. Liberty: 100 (0.61%)

    31. St. Marys (CA): 100 (0.61%)

    32. McNeese State: 100 (0.61%)

    33. Utah State: 100 (0.61%)

    34. Santa Clara: 100 (0.61%)

    35. Yale: 100 (0.61%)

    36. Saint Marys: 100 (0.61%)

    37. Miami Hurricanes W: 100 (0.61%)

    38. Iowa Hawkeyes: 100.2 (0.6%)

    39. Texas A&M: 100.2 (0.6%)

    40. St. Louis Billikens: 100.2 (0.6%)

    41. NC State: 100.2 (0.6%)

    42. Clemson: 105.2 (0.58%)

    43. Auburn Tigers: 115.2 (0.53%)

    44. UCF Knights: 120.2 (0.5%)

    45. Georgia Bulldogs: 120.2 (0.5%)

    46. Villanova Wildcats: 130.2 (0.46%)

    47. Wisconsin Badgers: 130.2 (0.46%)

    48. SMU Mustangs: 130.2 (0.46%)

    49. Texas Longhorns: 130.2 (0.46%)

    50. UCLA: 130.2 (0.46%)

    51. Miami (FL): 137.75 (0.44%)

    52. Indiana Hoosiers: 150.2 (0.4%)

    53. Ohio State Buckeyes: 150.2 (0.4%)

    54. USC Trojans: 150.2 (0.4%)

    55. Virginia Tech: 180.2 (0.34%)

    56. Seton Hall Pirates: 180.2 (0.34%)

    57. New Mexico: 180.2 (0.34%)

    58. San Diego State: 180.2 (0.34%)

    59. Oklahoma State: 180.2 (0.34%)

    60. Missouri Tigers: 230.2 (0.26%)

    61. TCU: 280.2 (0.22%)

    62. Miami (Ohio): 280.2 (0.22%)

    63. Baylor Bears: 351 (0.17%)

    64. Butler Bulldogs: 751 (0.08%)

    65. California Golden Bears: 1001 (0.06%)

    66. LSU: 1001 (0.06%)

    67. Ole Miss Rebels: 1001 (0.06%)

    68. Colorado: 1001 (0.06%)

    69. West Virginia: 1001 (0.06%)

    70. Syracuse Orange: 1001 (0.06%)

    71. Creighton: 1001 (0.06%)

    72. Cincinnati Bearcats: 1001 (0.06%)

    73. DePaul Blue Demons: 1001 (0.06%)

    74. Stanford Cardinal: 1001 (0.06%)

    75. Arizona State: 1001 (0.06%)

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