In a dominant performance, Saint Mary’s basketball team defeated USC 71-36 at the Acrisure Classic in Palm Springs. Jordan Ross shined with 15 points, helping the Gaels maintain their unbeaten streak with a 7-0 record. This victory marks Saint Mary’s best start since the 2013-14 season. Paulius Murauskas and Augustas Marciulionis also contributed, scoring 11 points each.
USC’s Jordan Cohen led his team with 12 points, but it wasn’t enough to overcome Saint Mary’s solid defense. Despite briefly taking a one-point lead in the first half, USC struggled to maintain momentum, ultimately falling short in the second half. The Trojans only managed to score 15 points in the second half, shooting just 17% from the field, while Saint Mary’s dominated with a 39-15 advantage.
Saint Mary’s will now advance to the championship game to face either Arizona State or New Mexico, while USC will compete in the consolation game. The Gaels’ impressive performance has set the stage for an exciting final match as they aim to continue their winning streak.
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