The Dunk City Podcast

Send us Fan Mail USC's 4-game win streak came to a screeching halt with an 85-74 loss vs. Michigan in Galen Center. The difference?  Wolverines forward Danny Wolf , who had 21 points, 13 boards and 6 blocks.  Chris, Mark and Sky discuss this game plus the upcoming matchups at Indiana and Illinois.  We close the show with a Women of Troy update with Cece Clay ahead of a big showdown vs. Maryla...

Send us Fan Mail Happy Holidays!  Enjoy this gift from us to you:  A special interview by Sky Liam with USC men's basketball Director of Sports Performance Andre Carrera .  Learn all about the plans Andre has for USC hoops and all that goes into it.  Plus: which Trojans players jump highest, run fastest and lift largest! Support the show The Dunk City Podcast is the podcast of record for the...

Send us Fan Mail Fresh off a close loss to No. 12 Oregon and a resounding smashing of Washington on the road, we ask the question:  Will the real USC team please stand up?  As the season progresses, will this be the team that beat Gonzaga or the team that lost to St. Mary's by 35?  Chris and Sky conclude that the answer to that question is "yes." Support the show The Dunk City Podca...

Send us Fan Mail Chris, Mark and Sky discuss USC's no-good, god-awful road trip in the desert over Thanksgiving break, then preview the upcoming games with Oregon and Washington before predicting the entire Big Ten schedule. It's not looking pretty! Support the show The Dunk City Podcast is the podcast of record for the USC basketball community. You can find all episodes at DunkCityPod.c...

Send us Fan Mail USC sweeps the week with victories over San Jose State and Grambling thanks to two 20-point outings from Chibuzo Agbo .  Chris, Mark and Sky break down those games, take questions from the board and look ahead to the Thanksgiving tournament at Acrisure Arena in Palm Desert featuring a Turkey-day matchup with St. Mary's. Support the show The Dunk City Podcast is the podcast of...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Dunk City podcast, hosts Chris, Mark, and Sky discuss the USC's basketball season so far, analyzing its recent games, roster dynamics, coaching strategies, and player performances. They delve into the challenges faced by the team, including defensive issues, injuries, and the potential for new strategies from Eric Musselman. The conversation highlights...

Send us Fan Mail USC jumps out to a 2-0 record after wins over UT-Chattanooga and Idaho State as the team starts to gel, but new challenges come this week with UT-Arlington and Cal visiting Galen. Chris, Mark and Sky break down the squad's performance so far from all angles and look ahead to this week's games. Chris breaks down Cal's roster and reveals some of the weaknesses the Tro...

Send us Fan Mail The 2024-25 USC basketball season is nigh, so Chris, Mark and Sky recap the preseason and look ahead to the Trojans' first year in the Big Ten. Practice reports, recruiting strategies, roster construction, early rankings, UCLA's hype, and conference travel arrangements are among the topics discussed in this free-wheeling season preview. Support the show The Dunk City Pod...

Send us Fan Mail Chris and Sky discuss preseason practice and USC's 84-63 exhibition over UTSA. Support the show The Dunk City Podcast is the podcast of record for the USC basketball community. You can find all episodes at DunkCityPod.com, USCBasketball.com or on Apple Music, Spotify and wherever you stream podcasts. Look for clips on YouTube and TikTok as well. Please like, follow, listen an...

Send us Fan Mail Chris and Mark take a trip down memory lane with one of the all-time USC Trojan basketball greats, former All-American and 2002 Pac-10 Player of the Year, Sam Clancy .  Among the many topics discussed are the coaching style of Henry Bibby , the high-flying athleticism of Jeff Trepagnier , the epic battles against Stanford, UCLA, Arizona and Duke, and Clancy's answer for which...

Send us Fan Mail Trojans assistant coaches Anthony Ruta and Quincy Pondexter plus assistant athletic director for basketball operations Michael Reutt joins the pod to tell their stories, trade tales, and discuss philosophies about basketball and life. It's a Staff-a-palooza!  Don't miss this inside look at the new era of USC basketball under head coach Eric Musselman . Support the show T...

Send us Fan Mail USC head basketball coach Eric Musselman comes on the DCP to share his vision for Trojan hoops, with reflections on roster construction, scheduling, the move to the Big Ten, his biggest worries for this year's team, the Olympics, Pete Carroll and more! This episode is a must-listen for any basketball fan who wants to get to know the USC's new coach a little better.  Supp...

Send us Fan Mail USC assistant Michael Musselman joined Chris and Mark to discuss his journey as a coach, what he looks for when he evaluates prospects, how the Trojans plan to manufacture a rebounding edge this season, and more!  Also, questions from the message board, with a recommendation on where to eat around campus. Support the show The Dunk City Podcast is the podcast of record for the USC...

Send us Fan Mail Former University of Washington star and new USC assistant coach Will Conroy joins the Dunk City Podcast to tell Chris and Mark about his Seattle roots and how he ended up getting into the coaching business. Conroy shares some great stories at UW, including the time he had Nate Robinson on a leash before a game, and reflects on how much he has learned in such a short time under US...

Send us Fan Mail The Eric Musselman Era has officially begun at USC, bringing a wave of excitement and intense summer practices to the Trojans basketball team.  In the latest episode of the Dunk City Podcast, hosts Chris and Mark dive into an in-depth conversation with USC's Assistant Coach Todd Lee, who shares exclusive insights into the program’s innovative philosophy and offers a sneak pee...

Send us Fan Mail USC now has a full scholarship allotment for the 2024-25 season following the transfer of USD wing Kevin Patton, who joins an intriguing, wing-dominant roster. Chris and Mark rank the 12 incoming players, answer message board questions, and discuss the challenge it will be for Trojans fans to connect with a team comprised of so many new, short-term players. Support the show The Du...

Send us Fan Mail Chris and Mark discuss the deluge of recruits coming to USC out of the transfer portal over this past week, including Saint Thomas, Isaiah Elohim, Chibuzo Agbo and Rashaun Agee. Later, Chris yells at a cloud in an attempt to understand what it's like to be a modern college basketball athlete. Support the show The Dunk City Podcast is the podcast of record for the USC basketba...

Send us Fan Mail Mark and Chris delve into the significant appointment of Eric Musselman as the new USC men's basketball coach, a move that's poised to elevate the program to new heights. They explore the current landscape of the Trojans in the transfer portal, highlighting the pivotal role Musselman, affectionately known as 'Muss,' will play in rejuvenating the USC basketball...

Send us Fan Mail In the latest college basketball coaching news, USCBasketball.com's Mark Backstrom and Chris Huston delve into the swirling rumors about Andy Enfield potentially leaving USC to accept the head coaching position at SMU. As the sports community speculates on this significant potential move, attention turns to who might be the best fit to lead USC's basketball program next....

Send us Fan Mail This is the way the Pac-12 ended: Mark and Chris discuss USC's loss to Arizona in game two of the Pac-12 tournament, as the program says farewell to the Conference of Champions and hello to the Big Ten.  Mark provides the final metrics for the seniors while Chris gives the latest updates from the transfer portal, including fresh news on the departure of Kijani Wright and the...

Send us Fan Mail Mark and Chris discuss USC's sweep of the desert schools that included a 78-65 victory over No. 5 Arizona and how the Trojans are playing like a top-17 team over the last seven games.  DJ Rodman is on a tear!  Can he and USC continue its magic in the Pac-12 tourney?  Can incoming recruit Trent Perry play point next year for the Trojans?  Listen to find out! Support the show T...

Send us Fan Mail Mark and Chris discuss USC's late season road surge that saw it win two of its last three away from Galen, how the team is suddenly playing its best ball, and how Kobe Johnson is still the engine that makes the Trojans go. They also harken back to past Trojans who were as dominant as Isaiah Collier was against Washington, project how SC might do in the conference tourney and...

Send us Fan Mail Mark and Chris discuss USC's win over UCLA at Pauley Pavilion, how the Trojans are playing better ball of late, what  USC's record might've been without injury and bad luck, what Kobe Johnson 's role might be on the team next year and a look ahead at the coming trip to the Pacific Northwest. Support the show The Dunk City Podcast is the podcast of record for th...

Send us Fan Mail Mark and Chris discuss the sudden re-emergence of USC's big three of Boogie Ellis , Kobe Johnson and Isaiah Collier as the trio scored a combined 69 vs. Colorado. They also discuss the rebounding emergency, whether the team is maybe a little out of shape this year, whether  Oziyah Sellers should be playing more, and if the Trojans have a shot against UCLA. Support the show Th...

Send us Fan Mail Chris and Mark discuss USC's disappointing sweep at the hands of the Bay Area squads that included a heartbreaking OT loss to cal and 31-point crushing at the hands of  Stanford, but why it's still crazy to fire Andy Enfield after one bad season. They also muse at why announcers are so deferential to Bronny, what it's like to go to Maples Pavilion, and the team&apos...