The USC Trojans face the Gonzaga Bulldogs on Saturday in Las Vegas in a neutral-site matchup. This is the biggest test of the year for Andy Enfield’s team and a great measuring stick for how things will go the rest of the way.
Of course, the only time these two programs faced off was in the Elite Eight in 2021, and Gonzaga won easily. The Zags advanced to the Final Four.
The Trojans have to feel good after breaking the 100-point mark against Eastern Washington on Wednesday, marking the first time in the past half-dozen seasons they did so. However, Mark Few and Gonzaga are always one of the top teams in the country. Here are five keys for the huge showdown on Saturday night: