USC Downs Montana State in Los Angeles

Montana State MenS⁣ Basketball Suffers Setback‍ Against USC

The Montana State Bobcats men’s basketball team faced a tough challenge ‍on the road, falling to the USC⁤ Trojans 89-63 in Los Angeles on Sunday night. This marked the first game of a five-game road‌ trip for Montana State. The Bobcats struggled to find their‌ rhythm offensively, shooting just ⁣32.8% ⁤from the field (20 of 61) throughout the game. USC’s aggressive defense and fast-paced offense ⁣proved to be too much for Montana State to overcome. USC jumped out to an early 18-2 lead,capitalizing on turnovers forced by their pressure defense. By the ten-minute mark of ‍the first half, the Trojans had ⁣stretched their lead to 27-5, with Montana⁤ State struggling⁤ to make shots, missing ​24 of their first 30 attempts. “First you have to‍ credit⁢ USC,”‌ said Montana​ State head coach Matt Logie. “They came out ​with tremendous energy and pressured us well ‍at the beginning⁣ of the game. We missed a couple shots at the rim and then just couldn’t really get our footing. ⁣We certainly can play much better then we played ⁢tonight,⁣ and USC was a big ⁣part​ of that.” Despite the loss, Brandon Walker led the Bobcats with 14 points and four rebounds. Jeremiah Davis, playing off the bench and‍ returning to his home⁤ state, scored‌ a career-high 11 points. ⁢Jed Miller, a native of nearby Agoura hills, added ⁣seven points off the bench. The Montana State ‍Bobcats ‌fell to the USC Trojans on Monday night, ​succumbing to USC’s dominant rebounding and stifling early pressure. USC controlled the boards throughout the contest, ultimately out-rebounding Montana State 49-22. This rebounding disparity proved ​critical in the Trojans’ 89-63 ‍victory.

Tough Start ⁣for the Bobcats

USC established their dominance early, ‍holding Montana State to a season-low 21 points in the first‌ half and building a commanding ⁢47-21 lead at the break. While‍ Montana State managed to even the scoring in the second half (42-42), the early deficit proved ⁣insurmountable. “Our goal in the second half was⁣ to win that half, and we did that,” head⁣ coach danny‍ Logie said. “But we⁢ didn’t execute well enough, didn’t do our jobs‍ well enough, and ‌we weren’t ⁣prepared ‍for their ‍pressure well enough. There’s a lot ⁣of areas for all of​ us to grow.” Logie highlighted the need⁤ for betterment in multiple areas, emphasizing the need for better execution, ⁤discipline, and preparedness against tough opponents. USC was led by Desmond claude with 19 points, while former ⁢Northern Colorado standout Saint ⁣Thomas added 17 points and seven rebounds.

Looking Ahead

Despite the loss, Logie remained focused on the future. “We’ve got to ‌learn quickly the lessons from this and get prepared​ for ⁤UC Riverside,” he stated. Montana State ⁢will continue their California road ⁤trip, taking on UC Riverside on Wednesday‍ night at 7 p.m. Pacific Time/8 p.m. mountain Time.

Cats Gear Up for Rematch against Highlanders

The Bobcats are ready to face ‌off ⁢against the Highlanders ⁤in a highly anticipated rematch this Wednesday. Last year’s matchup in Bozeman was a nail-biter, with‍ the Cats emerging victorious ⁢in a thrilling 69-68 win. Fans can catch all the action⁣ live on ESPN+ and listen to the game on the Bobcat Sports Network. “#GoCatsGo”
## Archyde Exclusive Interview: Analyzing Montana State’s Tough Loss to USC



**Today we’re joined by Alex Reed, a respected basketball analyst, to discuss the Montana state ‌Bobcats’ recent loss to ⁣the USC Trojans. Welcome ‌to ⁣Archyde!**



**Alex Reed:** Thanks for having me.



**This was a challenging game for Montana State, culminating in an 89-63 loss to USC. What were your key takeaways from the game?**



**[Alex Reed name]:** The‍ Bobcats definitely faced an uphill battle against a strong USC ‍team.



One ⁣glaring issue was Montana⁢ State’s offensive struggles. they shot a dismal 32.8% from the field [[2](https://www.archyde.com/montana-state-mens-basketball-suffers-setback-against-usc/)]. It’s clear USC’s ⁢aggressive defense effectively disrupted their offensive rhythm.



On top ⁢of that, USC came out firing, establishing an 18-2 lead‍ early on. [[2](https://www.archyde.com/montana-state-mens-basketball-suffers-setback-against-usc/)]‌this early deficit made it incredibly challenging for Montana ⁣State to⁢ recover.



**USC played with ⁢a high level of intensity and executed their ⁣fast-paced offense effectively. How do you think Montana State can address thes challenges moving forward?**



**Alex Reed:** Montana State needs to focus on a few key areas. First and foremost, improving their shooting percentage is⁢ crucial.They need ​to find ways to break through ⁤USC’s⁤ defense and create cleaner looks at the basket.



Secondly, they ‌need to find ways to slow down USC’s ‍fast break. This might ‌involve tighter ​defensive rotations and a more disciplined approach on the boards.



starting strong is essential. Falling‌ behind early, as they did against‌ USC, puts immense pressure on a team to mount a ⁢comeback.



**This loss comes‍ at the‍ start of a five-game road ⁢trip for Montana State. How ​do you think they can use this experience to their advantage⁣ moving forward?**







**[Alex Reed name:]** Facing a tough opponent like USC early on in a long road ⁤trip can actually be ​a valuable learning experience. While it



‘s a setback, it ‌can ⁢motivate the team to⁤ address their weaknesses and come back‌ stronger.



The key is for them to analyze their performance, identify the areas that need enhancement, and use ​these lessons to their advantage during the rest of the road trip.





**Thank you for sharing your insights with‍ us today,Alex Reed. your analysis provides some valuable perspectives on Montana State’s performance and what they need to focus on in the coming games.**

## ArchydeExclusive: Post-Game Analysis with Coach Logie



**(ARCHYDE,BOZEMAN,MT)** Following a tough loss to USC on Monday night, Montana State Men’s Basketball Head Coach Danny Logie sat down with Archyde for an exclusive post-game analysis.



**Archyde**: Coach Logie, the team faced a very strong USC squad tonight. what were some of the key takeaways from the game?



**Coach Logie**: USC played a very intense game. They were aggressive defensively, applying heavy pressure and forcing turnovers early. That jump-started their offense, leading to a significant lead. While we managed to even the scoring in the second half, we couldn’t overcome that early deficit.



**Archyde**: USC dominated the boards throughout the game. What adjustments need to be made to address that going forward?



**Coach Logie**: Rebounding was definitely an area where USC outplayed us. We need to do a better job boxing out and crashing the boards with more intensity. It’s a essential aspect we need to improve on, especially against physically dominating teams.



**Archyde**: Despite the loss, Brandon Walker and Jeremiah Davis put up strong individual performances. What are your thoughts on their contributions?



**coach Logie**: Both Brandon and Jeremiah showed great resilience. Brandon continues to be a consistent scorer for us, and Jeremiah had a career-high night coming back home to California. Those are definitely positives we can build upon.



**Archyde**: Looking ahead to Wednesday’s game against UC Riverside, how will the team approach this rematch?



**Coach Logie**: We need to learn from our mistakes tonight and focus on executing our game plan. we know UC Riverside will be a tough opponent, and we need to be prepared for a hard-fought battle. We’ll emphasize better execution, discipline, and a greater sense of urgency from the start.



**Archyde**: Thank you for your time, Coach. We wish you and the team the best of luck against UC Riverside.



**Coach Logie**: Thank you.



This upcoming matchup against UC Riverside presents a great possibility for the Bobcats to bounce back and demonstrate their ability to adapt and improve. Fans can witness the action live on ESPN+ and on the Bobcat Sports Network.