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Betting Trends Illinois Fighting Illini vs USC Trojans

Updated:Feb 18, 2026 1:11 AM EST

The upcoming college basketball showdown between the Illinois Fighting Illini and USC Trojans on February 18, 2026, promises to be an exciting contest at Galen Center in Los Angeles, CA. This NCAAB regular-season game kicks off at 10:00 PM EST and will be broadcasted on BTN, providing fans and bettors with ample opportunity to catch the action live.

Looking at the teams' performances this season, the Illinois Fighting Illini have been impressive with a 3-point shooting percentage of 35.6%, averaging 84.2 points per game while allowing 66.3 points defensively. Their offensive rating stands strong at 126.998, showcasing an efficient scoring ability. The USC Trojans, on the other hand, shoot 32.1% from beyond the arc, average 81.3 points per game, and concede 72.2 points on defense, with an offensive rating of 112.666. These contrasting stats suggest a compelling battle between Illinois' offense and USC's defense.

Both teams' starting lineups are expected to be healthy for this matchup, with no major injuries reported, enhancing the competitive edge. Bettors should note the point spread set at Illinois -9 and a total points line of 151.5. Illinois' strong home and away records against the spread (7-3 away) and USC's more modest home ATS record (7-6) play a significant role in betting trends. These betting insights, combined with game stats such as shooting percentages and points per game, are crucial for making informed wagers.

In their previous encounter on January 11, 2025, USC triumphed over Illinois 82-72, covering a 12.5-point spread in a high-scoring affair, which you can explore further via the detailed January 11, 2025 game recap. For bettors looking to place wagers, the best odds today favor Illinois at -9 with -110 odds at BetOnline, while USC stands at +9 with the same odds.

Overall, these betting trends and game insights highlight an enticing matchup where Illinois' offensive prowess faces USC's resilient defense, making this game a must-watch for basketball fans and sports bettors alike.

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16-10 (29th)Against the Spread13-11 (109th)

7-3Home / Away7-6

21-5 (28th)Straight Up18-7 (58th)

8-2Home / Away11-3

+2.3Straight Up Units+1.5

+4.2Home / Away-1.1

10-16Over / Under13-11

4-6Home / Away8-5

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84.2Points81.3

28.5Field Goals Made27.5

61.3Field Goals Attempted58.6

46%Field Goal Percentage46%

11.23 Point Field Goals Made6.2

31.43 Point Field Goals Attempted19.4

35%3 Point Field Goal Percentage32%

16Free Throws Made20

20.4Free Throws Attempted27.8

78%Free Throw Percentage71%

38.3Rebounds33.7

12Offensive Rebounds9.7

26.3Defensive Rebounds24

14.5Assists15.3

8.9Turnovers12.1

3.6Steals6.6

4.8Blocks5.6

12.9Personal Fouls19

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Betting Trends Illinois Fighting Illini vs USC Trojans

ATS Records

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TEAM MATCHUP

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USC

Recent Results

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