Andrew PetersDecember 31, 2023
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USC faced a tough loss against Oregon State, bringing their season record to 6-7. In spite of the defeat, Bronny James demonstrated impressive growth by dropping a career-high 15 points in the game. He even added a sensational LeBron James-inspired tomahawk dunk to his highlight reel during the first half! As a freshman bench player for the Trojans, James is only in his fifth game of the season, but we could see him getting more minutes if he continues to deliver valuable scoring for USC.
USC Men’s Basketball @USC_Hoops
Back-to-back threes from Bronny James and he’s got a career-high 15 points on the night.
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USC struggled early in the game, trailing by nine points at halftime against Oregon State, and it was unable to recover as the Beavers further extended their lead throughout the second half.
The Trojans did put together a late comeback, largely due to James’ efforts.
Steve Gress @stevegress19
Bronny James now has 15 and has hot a couple 3s to keep USC in it. Beavers up 72-61 with 3:14 to play.
USC’s late game play was not enough, and they ultimately fell short.
Fortunately, James, who had a quiet start to his collegiate career, managed to have a breakout game that left fans impressed and excited for his future games.
Sam Vecenie @Sam_Vecenie
USC is turning in a full-scale stinker tonight losing at Oregon State, but it’s good to see Bronny James get going and have 15 points.
Has been active and has really been the guy here late that has given them even any remote possibility of getting back into the game.
Bronny James is on 🔥🔥🔥
Jamal Cristopher @JamCristopher
Coming out party for bronny James tonight. 15 pts. Off the bounce stuff like this, game expanding pic.twitter.com/d3XXTjSaQo
Bronny James making plays.
Bronny James. Good at basketball (on both ends) pic.twitter.com/7zPQkdjRMt
USC has had a rough start to the season, and after a strong 5-2 start, they struggled in December. Winning only one of their five games, including a surprising loss to Long Beach State, the Trojans have also lost their first two Pac-12 games and will now face Cal. Despite this, considering James’ performance, there may still be hope for a positive turn in the Trojans’ future games.
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