USC just suffered its first loss and is now laying a big number against Oregon State. I’m all about taking the points in this matchup.

It was only 48 hours ago that the Trojans suffered that first loss, on the road, to Stanford. Favored by 6.5 points, they lost 75-69. It was a poor shooting effort, which may have had something to do with the game being moved. Originally, it was going to be played Saturday. But COVID rearranged the schedule.

Now the Trojans will play three conference games in a week. Up next is Oregon State, who was also an Elite Eight team last season. The Beavers are not having as good of a 2021-22 season; they are just 3-11 and coming off a last second loss to Oregon. But they have covered three in a row.

Attendance will be limited for tonight’s game. That minimizes any home court advantage for USC.

The underdog keeps this one close! Take the points with Oregon State.