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California Downs USC 83-77 - Match Report
Jaylon Tyson scored 27 points and added 11 rebounds for a double-double, leading California over USC, 83-77, on Wednesday at Haas Pavilion.
Bettors who backed California were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as a favorite of -3.0 at sportsbooks.
Jalen Cone had 20 points for California and Fardaws Aimaq chipped in with 15 points. Fardaws Aimaq had 5 assists for them, while Fardaws Aimaq was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 20 boards.
USC got 20 points from Isaiah Collier in a losing cause and another 17 points from DJ Rodman. Joshua Morgan contributed 4 assists for them, while Bronny James had 5 rebounds.
California was winning at the break before taking care of business in the second half.
California had a 50-23 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
California heads into a battle against UCLA. USC, meanwhile, will have their next action against Stanford.