USC at Auburn

USC pushes the tempo behind guards Boogie Ellis (21.4 ppg) and Isaiah Collier (17 ppg) averaging 78.9 points. They're 5-4 on the season because the defense is a concern, off losses to Gonzaga (89-76) and Long Beach State (84-79). USC is 7-2 OVER the total and 18-9 OVER after playing a game as a favorite. Auburn's offense is also terrific, off wins over Indiana (104-76) and UNC Asheville (87-62). They average 82.3 points with six players scoring over 8 points per contest. Auburn is 44-24 OVER the total at home after having won two of three, plus 34-16 OVER at home against teams that hit 8 or more treys per game. Take USC/Auburn OVER the total.