The “crosstown rivalry” between UCLA and USC has never been short of excitement, build up, intensity or crowds. But this year’s two showdowns – the first of which is tomorrow – will take the battle to another level, as a sold-out arena in Westwood will cheer on a top-10 matchup.
The No. 6 Trojans visit the No. 2 Bruins, as both teams have undefeated records on the line. The rematch, in Troy, will go down Jan. 14, in front of what promises to be another sold-out affair.
It is the kind of scenario that both UCLA coach Cori Close and USC coach Lindsay Gottlieb have been dreaming of for years in Los Angeles. But as their teams meet, they could not have come from more different places.
The 11-0 Bruins have a roster of veterans that, with the exception of two newcomers, have played together for years and not only have a lot of experience on the floor, but know each other well. They were ranked No. 4 in preseason polls, and it took them just two weeks to grab the second spot – the highest in program history. They have stayed there ever since.
That same week, the Trojans reached the sixth spot for the first time since 1994, after entering the…
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