Rodney Rice joins USC after reaching Sweet 16 with Maryland
Maryland guard Rodney Rice (1) shoots a free throw during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game against Southern California, Thursday, Feb. 20, 2025, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Nick Wass, File)
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