Men's Basketball
    USC Falls At Minnesota 55-40
    Maurice Jones scores 14 points, three assists and two steals to lead Trojans.
    Southern California guard Maurice Jones, right, drives against Minnesota guard Andre Hollins during the first half.
    Southern California guard Maurice Jones, right, drives against Minnesota guard Andre Hollins during the first half.

    Dec. 3, 2011

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    MINNEAPOLIS (AP) - Maurice Jones had 14 points, three assists and two steals for the Trojans (4-5), who lost 55-40 to Minnesota Saturday.

    Sophomore center Dewayne Dedmon, who suffered a stress injury to his right foot, returned ahead of schedule but was a nonfactor.

    Rodney Williams had 12 points - including two dunks - plus nine rebounds and four steals to give Minnesota some energy.

    Julian Welch scored 16 points with six assists, and Williams scored in double digits for the second straight game after moving from the perimeter into standout Trevor Mbakwe's power forward spot. Austin Hollins added 11 points on three 3-pointers, and the Gophers (8-1) used a 12-1 run to close the first half and cruise through the final 20 minutes.