USC Trojans Edge Washington State in Nail-Biting 68-61 Victory at Galen Center—What Turned the Tide?
Picture this: the USC Trojans and the Washington State Cougars locked in a thrilling basketball showdown inside the Galen Center on that crisp December evening in 2025. The Trojans, with grit and determination, emerged victorious by a 68-61 margin, carving out another memorable moment in the annals of Big Ten hoops. And guess what? Amber Rodriguez from The Sporting Tribune was right there in the thick of the action, capturing every spine-tingling shot, defensive stand, and electric celebration. If you’re intrigued by the intensity and sheer talent on display that night, dive into the vivid imagery and behind-the-scenes drama she immortalized.
LOS ANGELES, CALIF. – The USC Trojans defeated the Washington State Cougars, 68-61, at Galen Center on December 14, 2025 and The Sporting Tribune’s Amber Rodriguez was there to capture the following images.
USC forward Jacob Cofie (6) shoots during a Big Ten Conference college basketball game against the Washington State Cougars, Sunday December 14, 2025 in Los Angeles, Calif.
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USC forward Jacob Cofie (6) shoots during a Big Ten Conference college basketball game against the Washington State Cougars, Sunday December 14, 2025 in Los Angeles, Calif.
USC guard Jerry Easter II (8) defends during a Big Ten Conference college basketball game against the Washington State Cougars, Sunday December 14, 2025 in Los Angeles, Calif.
Amber Rodriguez – The Sporting Tribune
USC guard Jerry Easter II (8) defends during a Big Ten Conference college basketball game against the Washington State Cougars, Sunday December 14, 2025 in Los Angeles, Calif.
USC guard Chad Baker-Mazara (4) dribbles during a Big Ten Conference college basketball game against the Washington State Cougars, Sunday December 14, 2025 in Los Angeles, Calif.
Amber Rodriguez – The Sporting Tribune
USC guard Chad Baker-Mazara (4) dribbles during a Big Ten Conference college basketball game against the Washington State Cougars, Sunday December 14, 2025 in Los Angeles, Calif.
USC forward Jacob Cofie (6) celebrates during a Big Ten Conference college basketball game against the Washington State Cougars, Sunday December 14, 2025 in Los Angeles, Calif.
Amber Rodriguez – The Sporting Tribune
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USC forward Jacob Cofie (6) celebrates during a Big Ten Conference college basketball game against the Washington State Cougars, Sunday December 14, 2025 in Los Angeles, Calif.
USC forward Jacob Cofie (6) defends during a Big Ten Conference college basketball game against the Washington State Cougars, Sunday December 14, 2025 in Los Angeles, Calif.
Amber Rodriguez – The Sporting Tribune
USC forward Jacob Cofie (6) defends during a Big Ten Conference college basketball game against the Washington State Cougars, Sunday December 14, 2025 in Los Angeles, Calif.
USC guard Chad Baker-Mazara (4) defends during a Big Ten Conference college basketball game against the Washington State Cougars, Sunday December 14, 2025 in Los Angeles, Calif.
Amber Rodriguez – The Sporting Tribune
USC guard Chad Baker-Mazara (4) defends during a Big Ten Conference college basketball game against the Washington State Cougars, Sunday December 14, 2025 in Los Angeles, Calif.
USC forward Ezra Ausar (2) reacts during a Big Ten Conference college basketball game against the Washington State Cougars, Sunday December 14, 2025 in Los Angeles, Calif.
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USC forward Ezra Ausar (2) reacts during a Big Ten Conference college basketball game against the Washington State Cougars, Sunday December 14, 2025 in Los Angeles, Calif.
USC guard Jordan Marsh (7) defends during a Big Ten Conference college basketball game against the Washington State Cougars, Sunday December 14, 2025 in Los Angeles, Calif.
Amber Rodriguez – The Sporting Tribune
USC guard Jordan Marsh (7) defends during a Big Ten Conference college basketball game against the Washington State Cougars, Sunday December 14, 2025 in Los Angeles, Calif.
USC forward Jacob Cofie (6) defends during a Big Ten Conference college basketball game against the Washington State Cougars, Sunday December 14, 2025 in Los Angeles, Calif.
Amber Rodriguez – The Sporting Tribune
USC forward Jacob Cofie (6) defends during a Big Ten Conference college basketball game against the Washington State Cougars, Sunday December 14, 2025 in Los Angeles, Calif.
USC guard Chad Baker-Mazara (4) dribbles during a Big Ten Conference college basketball game against the Washington State Cougars, Sunday December 14, 2025 in Los Angeles, Calif.
Amber Rodriguez – The Sporting Tribune
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USC guard Chad Baker-Mazara (4) dribbles during a Big Ten Conference college basketball game against the Washington State Cougars, Sunday December 14, 2025 in Los Angeles, Calif.
USC guard Chad Baker-Mazara (4) reacts during a Big Ten Conference college basketball game against the Washington State Cougars, Sunday December 14, 2025 in Los Angeles, Calif.
Amber Rodriguez – The Sporting Tribune
USC guard Chad Baker-Mazara (4) reacts during a Big Ten Conference college basketball game against the Washington State Cougars, Sunday December 14, 2025 in Los Angeles, Calif.
USC guard Terrance Williams II (5) defends during a Big Ten Conference college basketball game against the Washington State Cougars, Sunday December 14, 2025 in Los Angeles, Calif.
Amber Rodriguez – The Sporting Tribune
USC guard Terrance Williams II (5) defends during a Big Ten Conference college basketball game against the Washington State Cougars, Sunday December 14, 2025 in Los Angeles, Calif.
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USC guard Jordan Marsh (7) goes up for a shot during a Big Ten Conference college basketball game against the Washington State Cougars, Sunday December 14, 2025 in Los Angeles, Calif.
Amber Rodriguez – The Sporting Tribune
USC guard Jordan Marsh (7) goes up for a shot during a Big Ten Conference college basketball game against the Washington State Cougars, Sunday December 14, 2025 in Los Angeles, Calif.
USC forward Jacob Cofie (6) reacts during a Big Ten Conference college basketball game against the Washington State Cougars, Sunday December 14, 2025 in Los Angeles, Calif.
Amber Rodriguez – The Sporting Tribune
USC forward Jacob Cofie (6) reacts during a Big Ten Conference college basketball game against the Washington State Cougars, Sunday December 14, 2025 in Los Angeles, Calif.
USC guard Chad Baker-Mazara (4) reacts after being fouled during a Big Ten Conference college basketball game against the Washington State Cougars, Sunday December 14, 2025 in Los Angeles, Calif.
Amber Rodriguez – The Sporting Tribune
USC guard Chad Baker-Mazara (4) reacts after being fouled during a Big Ten Conference college basketball game against the Washington State Cougars, Sunday December 14, 2025 in Los Angeles, Calif.
USC forward Ezra Ausar (2) defends during a Big Ten Conference college basketball game against the Washington State Cougars, Sunday December 14, 2025 in Los Angeles, Calif.
Amber Rodriguez – The Sporting Tribune
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USC forward Ezra Ausar (2) defends during a Big Ten Conference college basketball game against the Washington State Cougars, Sunday December 14, 2025 in Los Angeles, Calif.
USC guard Chad Baker-Mazara (4) defends during a Big Ten Conference college basketball game against the Washington State Cougars, Sunday December 14, 2025 in Los Angeles, Calif.
Amber Rodriguez – The Sporting Tribune
USC guard Chad Baker-Mazara (4) defends during a Big Ten Conference college basketball game against the Washington State Cougars, Sunday December 14, 2025 in Los Angeles, Calif.
USC forward Jacob Cofie (6) dunks the ball during a Big Ten Conference college basketball game against the Washington State Cougars, Sunday December 14, 2025 in Los Angeles, Calif.
Amber Rodriguez – The Sporting Tribune
USC forward Jacob Cofie (6) dunks the ball during a Big Ten Conference college basketball game against the Washington State Cougars, Sunday December 14, 2025 in Los Angeles, Calif.
USC guard Jerry Easter II (8) defends during a Big Ten Conference college basketball game against the Washington State Cougars, Sunday December 14, 2025 in Los Angeles, Calif.
Amber Rodriguez – The Sporting Tribune
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USC guard Jerry Easter II (8) defends during a Big Ten Conference college basketball game against the Washington State Cougars, Sunday December 14, 2025 in Los Angeles, Calif.
USC guard Chad Baker-Mazara (4) reacts during a Big Ten Conference college basketball game against the Washington State Cougars, Sunday December 14, 2025 in Los Angeles, Calif.
Amber Rodriguez – The Sporting Tribune
USC guard Chad Baker-Mazara (4) reacts during a Big Ten Conference college basketball game against the Washington State Cougars, Sunday December 14, 2025 in Los Angeles, Calif.
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