Well-Rested, or Well-Rusted?

USC has been idle since Dec. 2 when it lost to Nevada Las Vegas, 82-72, and won’t play again until Saturday, when the Trojans meet Ohio State at Columbus.

The 18-day layoff was scheduled to allow USC players time to prepare and take their final exams. In the meantime, the Buckeyes will have played four games during that span, including two this week.