USC Trojans vs Rutgers Scarlet Knights predictions, Jan 31, 2026

Yuriy Borshchenko

8 months ago

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Coming off contrasting recent form, the USC Trojans basketball team will face off against the Rutgers Scarlet Knights basketball squad in what promises to be an intriguing NCAA College Basketball match-up on January 31, 2026.

The USC Trojans have managed to secure victories in 2 out of their last 5 matches, showcasing their ability to compete at a high level. On the other hand, the Rutgers Scarlet Knights have only been able to come away with a win in 1 of their last 5 outings, indicating some struggles in finding consistent success.

With the home-court advantage in their favor, the USC Trojans will look to capitalize on their recent form and tactical strengths to secure a favorable result against the Rutgers Scarlet Knights. However, the Rutgers Scarlet Knights cannot be underestimated and will be determined to turn their fortunes around with a strong performance against their opponents.

As the bookmakers’ odds suggest, this match could potentially be a one-sided affair in favor of the USC Trojans. Nonetheless, in sports, anything can happen, and both teams will be looking to leave it all on the court to secure the victory.

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USC
87.1%

Rutgers
12.9%

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Betting Odds

	1	X	2
	1.07		7.5
	1.06		8.5
	1.09		5.83

Latest Results

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
17.01.26 USC Trojans basketball – Purdue Boilermakers basketball – 64:69
13.01.26 USC Trojans basketball – Maryland Terrapins basketball – 88:71

27.01.26 Rutgers Scarlet Knights basketball – Michigan State Spartans basketball – 79:88 OT
23.01.26 Rutgers Scarlet Knights basketball – Indiana Hoosiers basketball – 59:82
20.01.26 Iowa Hawkeyes basketball – Rutgers Scarlet Knights basketball – 68:62
17.01.26 Wisconsin Badgers basketball – Rutgers Scarlet Knights basketball – 96:87
11.01.26 Rutgers Scarlet Knights basketball – Northwestern Wildcats basketball – 77:75 OT

Facts

Recent performances by USC have been up and down (last 5 games: 2 wins).

Rutgers has been struggling lately (in the last 5 games, wins – 1).

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

In this match, USC is the obvious favorite.

In the last 2 head-to-head matches, USC won 1 match, drew 0 matches, lost 1 match, and goals 182:184. (average 91:92).

Latest Head To Head

12.03.25 Rutgers Scarlet Knights basketball – USC Trojans basketball – 89:97 OT
23.02.25 Rutgers Scarlet Knights basketball – USC Trojans basketball – 95:85

Standings

NCAA College Basketball Outrights

1. Arizona Wildcats: 4.75 (15.3%)

2. Michigan Wolverines: 5.75 (12.64%)

3. Duke Blue Devils: 10 (7.27%)

4. Connecticut Huskies: 12 (6.06%)

5. Houston Cougars: 12 (6.06%)

6. Iowa State: 17 (4.28%)

7. Purdue Boilermakers: 17 (4.28%)

8. Illinois Fighting Illini: 18 (4.04%)

9. Florida Gators: 19 (3.83%)

10. Gonzaga Bulldogs: 19 (3.83%)

11. Nebraska Cornhuskers: 23 (3.16%)

12. Texas Tech: 26 (2.8%)

13. Michigan State: 31 (2.34%)

14. Brigham Young: 31 (2.34%)

15. Kansas Jayhawks: 31 (2.34%)

16. Vanderbilt Commodores: 36 (2.02%)

17. Alabama Crimson Tide: 41 (1.77%)

18. Arkansas Razorbacks: 51 (1.43%)

19. Virginia Cavaliers: 67 (1.08%)

20. Tennessee Volunteers: 81 (0.9%)

21. Louisville: 81 (0.9%)

22. North Carolina: 81 (0.9%)

23. St. Johns Red Storm: 91 (0.8%)

24. Clemson: 126 (0.58%)

25. Iowa Hawkeyes: 126 (0.58%)

26. Kentucky Wildcats: 126 (0.58%)

27. Auburn Tigers: 176 (0.41%)

28. Wisconsin Badgers: 201 (0.36%)

29. SMU Mustangs: 201 (0.36%)

30. UCLA: 201 (0.36%)

31. Georgia Bulldogs: 201 (0.36%)

32. St. Louis Billikens: 201 (0.36%)

33. NC State: 201 (0.36%)

34. Villanova Wildcats: 251 (0.29%)

35. Miami (FL): 251 (0.29%)

36. Texas Longhorns: 251 (0.29%)

37. Texas A&M: 251 (0.29%)

38. Baylor Bears: 351 (0.21%)

39. Indiana Hoosiers: 351 (0.21%)

40. UCF Knights: 351 (0.21%)

41. Seton Hall Pirates: 351 (0.21%)

42. Ohio State Buckeyes: 351 (0.21%)

43. San Diego State: 351 (0.21%)

44. Missouri Tigers: 351 (0.21%)

45. USC Trojans: 351 (0.21%)

46. Virginia Tech: 501 (0.15%)

47. TCU: 501 (0.15%)

48. Oklahoma Sooners: 501 (0.15%)

49. Stanford Cardinal: 501 (0.15%)

50. Oklahoma State: 501 (0.15%)

51. Ole Miss Rebels: 751 (0.1%)

52. West Virginia: 751 (0.1%)

53. New Mexico: 751 (0.1%)

54. Butler Bulldogs: 751 (0.1%)

55. Oregon Ducks: 751 (0.1%)

56. California Golden Bears: 1001 (0.07%)

57. South Carolina Gamecocks: 1001 (0.07%)

58. LSU: 1001 (0.07%)

59. Pittsburgh Panthers: 1001 (0.07%)

60. Washington Huskies: 1001 (0.07%)

61. Colorado: 1001 (0.07%)

62. Utah Utes: 1001 (0.07%)

63. Northwestern Wildcats: 1001 (0.07%)

64. Notre Dame: 1001 (0.07%)

65. Syracuse Orange: 1001 (0.07%)

66. Xavier Musketeers: 1001 (0.07%)

67. Mississippi St.: 1001 (0.07%)

68. Creighton: 1001 (0.07%)

69. Cincinnati Bearcats: 1001 (0.07%)

70. DePaul Blue Demons: 1001 (0.07%)

71. Providence Friars: 1001 (0.07%)

72. Arizona State: 1001 (0.07%)

73. Miami (Ohio): 1001 (0.07%)

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