While the 2025-2026 USC men’s basketball season is just around the corner, head coach Eric Musselman is also focused on building for the future. On Wednesday, the Trojans picked up two massive commitments in the 2026 cycle from twin brothers Darius and Adonis Ratliff.
The twins come to USC from White Plains, New York. 247Sports Composite ranks them both as top 65 players in the class of 2026.
“Coach Muss has a track record, and he’s gotten players to the league,” Darius told 247Sports. “He runs an NBA-style offense that can really help me produce at the next level. Three coaches on the staff played or coached in the NBA, which was a big thing for me. Being around people who’ve been there and know what it takes to get there means a lot.
“[The Trojans] were really consistent in our recruitment process and actually took the lead. We’ll be the first to commit, so it shows we’re a priority for them.”
USC is coming off of a disappointing 17-18 campaign in year one under Musselman. The Trojans are looking to improve and return to NCAA Tournament contention as they settle into a new era for the program.
This article originally appeared on Trojans Wire: USC men’s basketball lands highly-touted 2026 twins Darius and Adonis Ratliff
Reporting by Adam Bradford, Trojans Wire / Trojans Wire
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