Alijah Arenas has another big game, but USC loses to Ohio State

COLUMBUS, Ohio — The Big Ten regular season runs through March 8, but the stress is mounting for teams who might find themselves sitting on the NCAA Tournament bubble on Selection Sunday.

Games between bubble teams are particularly crucial, and Ohio State outlasted USC in one of those battles on Wednesday night despite another big game from Trojans freshman Alijah Arenas.

Bruce Thornton scored 21 points and hit two late throws to help Ohio State secure an 89-82 victory. The Buckeyes (16-6 overall...