USC basketball looks to remain undefeated against Southern Methodist

Nov 24, 2016 | 7:10 PM

UP NEXT FOR USC

VS. SOUTHERN METHODIST

When: Friday, 4 p.m. PST.

Where: Galen Center.

On the air: TV: Pac-12 Networks; Radio: 710.

Update: USC (4-0) had no issues with New Orleans on Tuesday in an 88-54 victory. Elijah Stewart led all scorers with 21 points on seven-for-10 shooting. The Trojans made 11 of 25 three-point attempts. Southern Methodist (4-1) should present a more vigorous challenge.

The Mustangs scored a 76-67 victory over Pittsburgh earlier this month at Madison Square Garden, though they were subsequently blown out on the road against Michigan, 76-54. Forward Semi Ojeleye has been a force, averaging 20.6 points and eight rebounds per game.

Gone from SMU is coach Larry Brown, who resigned in the off-season. He was replaced by one of his assistants, Tim Jankovich.

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