When USC’s coaching staff was rehashing its last-minute victory over Southern Methodist on Friday night, assistant coach Tony Bland turned to Coach Andy Enfield and started laughing. Bland was recounting the game-winning play from earlier in the day, a three-pointer from the corner by Elijah Stewart.
“You had a guy that did not score at all in the Providence game,” Bland said, incredulous, “and Coach Enfield drew up the game-winning shot for him.”
Throughout the season, USC has been defined by streaks. The volatility has only intensified during the tournament.
“It’s amazing how streaky we are, for the good and for the bad,” Enfield marveled on Saturday.