USC vs Cal Prediction, Picks & Odds | 11 Nov 2026

USC vs Cal Predictions

Best Bet

Cal +8.5 @ -118

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The best bet could involve backing Cal against the spread. There’s an attractive +8.5 available at -118 that they cover the line against USC and that has to be our prediction.

Discover our expert USC vs Cal predictions, featuring our Best Bet, Same Game Parlay and Correct Score Pick. Dive into each section for the full analysis of each play.

USC vs Cal Preview

The USC Trojans square off against the California Golden Bears, with tip-off scheduled for 23:00 on Wednesday, November 11.

USC Trojans won their previous game 93-86. This was a road victory against Wichita State Shockers.

California Golden Bears lost their last game, being beaten at home to Houston Cougars 86-68.

H2H: 8 Wins in Last 10 H2H Clashes for USC

Cal have won the last two matchups versus USC. It was 83-77 (OT) at home before a 71-66 road win. USC have won eight of the past 10 games that these teams have played.

NCAAB	Overall	PF	PA	N. Pts	Home	Away	Strk
USC	2-0	188	149	39	1-0	1-0	2W
California	2-1	267	242	25	2-1	0-0	1L

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Best Bet

We’re expecting a spirited performance from Cal which leads us to backing the underdogs against the spread for this college contest. They should be able to cover the +8.5 line where -118 can be found.

Key stats supporting our main match prediction:

• The +8.5 line has been covered by Cal in 8 of their last 10 games.
• The +8.5 line has been covered by Cal in 16 of their last 20 games.
• The -8.5 line hasn’t been covered by USC in 11 consecutive games on the road.
• The -8.5 line hasn’t been covered by USC in 18 of their last 20 games.
• The +8.5 line has been covered by Cal in 3 consecutive games against USC.

We’re always on top of team news and when combined with recent form, it helps us uncover the best value. Our college basketball handicappers also take a data-led approach, using key stats to back every pick.

Cal +8.5 Probability

According to the top sportsbooks, our pick has a 54.1% chance of winning. After careful examination, our analysts calculate this probability to be closer to 60%. It’s why we think it’s worth placing this college basketball wager.

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Correct Score Prediction

USC 80 - 74 Cal

There are lots of different ways to back the Trojans on the correct score betting and something like 80-74 in their favor might be along the right lines at massive odds.

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USC vs Cal Odds

The odds and lines below are updated regularly and may differ from the prices shown in our picks, which are captured at the time of publication.

Sportsbooks’ favorites USC are regarded as likeliest victors for this college game and the -370 about them triumphing means a 79% chance based on their current Moneyline betting odds. California are regarded as a long shot to win and you can currently back them at +290.

The spread is calculated to be 8.5, while total points comes in at 161.5. Having a wager on the Totals is one of the most popular basketball bets. Those who wager Under 161.5 can get -105.

Consider every angle when placing your college basketball bets. The top betting apps offer a nice selection of team props and game lines and it’s all about finding a wager which matches your prediction of the contest.

Moneyline

USC

-370

Cal

+290

Point Spread

USC -8.5

-104

Cal +8.5

-118

Total Points

Under 161.5

-105

Over 161.5

-115

Latest regular season and playoff games stats.

USC Stats

Cal Stats

Moneyline

• 2 wins and 8 defeats in the last 10 games
• 4 wins and 6 defeats in the last 10 games on the road

Moneyline

• 5 wins and 5 defeats in the last 10 games
• 6 wins and 4 defeats in the last 10 home games

Point Spread

• -8.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 1 of the last 10 games
• -8.5 Betting Line on the Road: Have not covered the spread in any of the last 10 games on the road

Point Spread

• +8.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 8 of the last 10 games
• +8.5 Betting Line at Home: Have covered the spread in 7 of the last 10 home games

Total Points

• Game Totals: An average of 158.90 pts in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals on the Road: An average of 152.90 pts in the previous 10 games on the road
• Over 161.5: Covered in 5 of the previous 10 games
• Over 161.5 on the Road: Covered in 4 of the previous 10 games on the road
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 75.30 pts and allowed 83.60 pts in the last 10 games
• Team Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 73.10 pts and allowed 79.80 pts in the last 10 games on the road

Total Points

• Game Totals: An average of 157.20 pts in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals at Home: An average of 153.90 pts in the previous 10 home games
• Over 161.5: Covered in 3 of the previous 10 games
• Over 161.5 at Home: Covered in 3 of the previous 10 home games
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 80.00 pts and allowed 77.20 pts in the last 10 games
• Team Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 77.90 pts and allowed 76.00 pts in the last 10 home games

NCAAB Table Select Season 2026/20272025/20262024/20252023/20242022/20232021/20222020/20212019/2020

Atlantic Coast	Overall	PF	PA	N. Pts	Home	Away	Strk
Virginia	4-0	372	265	107	4-0	0-0	4W
SMU	3-0	278	205	73	3-0	0-0	3W
Boston College	3-0	229	159	70	3-0	0-0	3W
Virginia Tech	3-0	277	209	68	2-0	1-0	3W
NC State	3-0	254	187	67	3-0	0-0	3W
Pittsburgh	3-0	257	194	63	3-0	0-0	3W
North Carolina	3-0	265	205	60	3-0	0-0	3W
Notre Dame	3-0	251	198	53	2-0	1-0	3W
Georgia Tech	3-0	255	209	46	3-0	0-0	3W
Clemson	3-0	259	222	37	3-0	0-0	3W
Louisville	2-0	191	127	64	2-0	0-0	2W
Duke	2-1	270	181	89	2-1	0-0	1L
Syracuse	2-1	256	190	66	2-0	0-1	1L
Florida State	2-1	275	218	57	2-1	0-0	1L
Miami	2-1	239	185	54	2-0	0-1	2W
California	2-1	267	242	25	2-1	0-0	1L
Wake Forest	2-1	216	200	16	2-0	0-1	1W

Big Ten	Overall	PF	PA	N. Pts	Home	Away	Strk
Michigan State	3-0	266	193	73	2-0	1-0	3W
Wisconsin	3-0	237	174	63	3-0	0-0	3W
Indiana	3-0	266	206	60	3-0	0-0	3W
Northwestern	3-0	236	180	56	3-0	0-0	3W
Minnesota	3-0	224	173	51	2-0	1-0	3W
Rutgers	2-0	182	118	64	2-0	0-0	2W
UCLA	2-0	198	138	60	1-0	1-0	2W
Nebraska	2-0	173	122	51	2-0	0-0	2W
Oregon	2-0	185	140	45	2-0	0-0	2W
USC	2-0	188	149	39	1-0	1-0	2W
Washington	2-0	167	140	27	2-0	0-0	2W
Illinois	2-1	310	199	111	2-0	0-1	1L
Iowa	2-1	255	194	61	2-1	0-0	1L
Penn State	2-1	269	232	37	2-0	0-1	1L
Ohio State	2-1	256	233	23	2-0	0-1	2W
Maryland	1-1	170	153	17	1-0	0-1	1L
Michigan	1-1	161	153	8	1-1	0-0	1L
Purdue	1-2	228	220	8	1-2	0-0	1W

• Overall = Overall Wins-Losses
• PF = Total Points For
• PA = Total Points Against
• N. Pts = Point Differential
• Home = Home Record
• Away = Away Record
• Strk = Current Streak

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