First Four 2017: Three ways USC can beat Providence

By Keith Rivas | Mar 12, 2017

Jan 25, 2017; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Southern California Trojans coach Andy Enfield (right) and guard Jordan McLaughlin (11) react during a NCAA basketball game against the UCLA Bruins at Galen Center. USC defeated UCLA 84-76. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports /

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As part of the First Four 2017, the USC Trojans have their work cut out for them.

We saw in the PAC-12 tournament that the Trojans really aren’t afraid to compete. For them, it doesn’t matter who’s on the other side of the court, they’re ready to bring their best at all times.

UCLA nearly let the Trojans claim them as their latest victim. USC lost by just two points, and will now be faced with a crucial match up in March Madness.

Going against them in the First Four, Providence provides a challenge the Trojans have to be ready for. Not being as much of a regular in the dance as UCLA, it’s the perfect chance for the Trojans to leave their own trail.

Whoever wins this clash will set themselves up for a date with the SMU Mustangs, a six seed in the East.

The road will not be easy, but here are three keys to victory for the Trojans on Wednesday.

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