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ASU start slow against USC, tied up at half

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The Arizona State Sun Devils (14-15, 8-12) are currently even at 32 with the USC Trojans (12-17, 8-12) through the first 20 minutes of play. Similar to the majority of this season, ASU has struggled from the three-point line.

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Arizona State shot 2-of-8 from behind the arc during the first half. However, they have shot an efficient 9-of-15 from inside the three-point line.

After trailing by as many as nine points, the Sun Devils were able to climb back with a dominant 14-0 run.

Adam Miller leads all scorers with 11 points while shooting 100% from the field. Frankie Collins trails him with nine.

Second-chance points have been a struggle for the Sun Devils as well. They have not accounted for a single offensive rebound through the first half, while the Trojans have six.

Prior to tonight’s matchup, ASU head coach Bobby Hurley emphasized how crucial the team’s final two regular-season games are.

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With 20 minutes of play remaining, the Sun Devils will attempt to keep their momentum rolling into the second half and pull out their fourth road win of the season.

 

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Saleh Awwad is a writer/reporter covering the Arizona State Sun Devils, Phoenix High School Sports, and more for Burn City Sports. You can follow him on X via @SalehAwwad_

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