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USC parts ways with top scorer as postseason looms
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USC parts ways with top scorer as postseason looms

USC dismissed sixth-year guard Chad Baker-Mazara, the Trojans’ leading scorer, just before the postseason, saying the move reflected a season-long pattern of issues rather than a single incident. The decision followed a disruptive display in a Nebraska game and came after Baker-Mazara’s history of off-court and disciplinary concerns at multiple prior programs, leaving USC to replace significant scoring production as it pursues an NCAA tournament bid.

Arenas blasts USC as Baker-Mazara exits, leaving Trojan roster in flux
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Arenas blasts USC as Baker-Mazara exits, leaving Trojan roster in flux

Former NBA star Gilbert Arenas blasted USC after guard Chad Baker-Mazara left the program, praising his son Alijah Arenas and arguing Baker-Mazara was the team’s top scorer. With Baker-Mazara and Rodney Rice no longer in the rotation, USC loses their top two scorers and faces a tougher path to the NCAA tournament, forcing a late-season push from freshmen Alijah Arenas and Ezra Ausar.

Gilbert Arenas Fires Back at USC Over Chad Baker-Mazara Departure
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Gilbert Arenas Fires Back at USC Over Chad Baker-Mazara Departure

Former NBA All-Star Gilbert Arenas blasted USC after Chad Baker-Mazara was dismissed, wearing Baker-Mazara’s No. 4 jersey in a NSFW social-media tirade and calling for an apology and the player’s return. Baker-Mazara was USC’s leading scorer this season after transferring from Auburn, and his exit comes with two regular-season games remaining as the Trojans fight for an NCAA Tournament bid.

USC parts ways with leading scorer amid season slump
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USC parts ways with leading scorer amid season slump

USC announced sixth-year guard Chad Baker-Mazara, the Trojans’ leading scorer, has been dismissed from the men's basketball program after an accumulation of issues during a five-game skid. He had been USC’s top scorer (around 18.5 ppg) and a strong shooting threat, but he became less reliable in Big Ten play, and his exit leaves USC facing a tougher path to the NCAA tournament as they bid to salvage the season.

USC parts ways with top scorer Chad Baker-Mazara
sports1 month ago

USC parts ways with top scorer Chad Baker-Mazara

USC announced Chad Baker-Mazara is no longer part of the Trojans’ men’s basketball program after transferring from Auburn. The 6-foot-7 guard averaged a team-leading 18.5 points in 26 games this season and had a 14-point, 19-minute outing against Nebraska before leaving the floor after a hard foul. His departure comes as USC deals with a five-game slide and two remaining regular-season games amid possible NCAA Tournament implications.

"Auburn Coach Bruce Pearl's Post-Game Remarks Following NCAA Tourney Loss to Yale"
sports2 years ago

"Auburn Coach Bruce Pearl's Post-Game Remarks Following NCAA Tourney Loss to Yale"

Auburn head coach Bruce Pearl congratulated Yale on their victory and reflected on the impact of losing Chad Baker-Mazara to a flagrant 2 foul, expressing pride in his team's historic season despite the disappointing loss. He discussed the team's offensive struggles, Yale's performance, and the positive fan reception of the season, while also addressing the lack of experience in close games and the impact of Baker-Mazara's absence on the matchup with Yale.

Chad Baker-Mazara's Ejection Overshadows Auburn's NCAA Tournament Loss
sports2 years ago

Chad Baker-Mazara's Ejection Overshadows Auburn's NCAA Tournament Loss

Auburn guard Chad Baker-Mazara was ejected from the NCAA Tournament game against Yale after elbowing an opposing player, resulting in a Flagrant 2 foul and his removal from the game. Auburn coach Bruce Pearl stated that Baker-Mazara's action was retaliatory, as he had been hit in the throat before the incident. This ejection disrupted the team, as Baker-Mazara is one of their best players.

"Auburn Guard Chad Baker-Mazara Ejected for Flagrant Foul Against Yale"
sports2 years ago

"Auburn Guard Chad Baker-Mazara Ejected for Flagrant Foul Against Yale"

Auburn guard Chad Baker-Mazara was ejected early in the first-round game against Yale for a flagrant-2 foul, leaving the team without a major contributor for most of the game. The foul occurred during a fast break, and despite the coach's belief that it should have been a flagrant-1, Baker-Mazara's actions led to his ejection. Auburn had to adjust without one of their best players, who averages 10.3 points per game and is their best 3-point shooter.

"Auburn's Chad Baker-Mazara Ejected Early in Upset Loss to Yale During March Madness"
sports2 years ago

"Auburn's Chad Baker-Mazara Ejected Early in Upset Loss to Yale During March Madness"

Auburn guard Chad Baker-Mazara was ejected less than five minutes into the Tigers' upset loss to Yale in the NCAA tournament after receiving a flagrant 2 foul for making contact with Yale’s August Mahoney. Auburn coach Bruce Pearl believed it should have been a flagrant 1, stating that Baker-Mazara's action was a retaliation for being hit in the throat on the previous play. Baker-Mazara, the team's third-leading scorer, averages just over 10 points per game and had transferred to Auburn after stints at three other schools over the past three seasons.