Seton Hall and USC Battle to a Stalemate at Halftime in Maui

LAHAINA, Maui, HI – The Seton Hall Pirates and USC Trojans faced off in a tightly contested semifinal of the Southwest Maui Invitational on November 25, 2025. At the halftime buzzer, the score was knotted at 42-38 in favor of Seton Hall.

The matchup was intense from the start, featuring strong performances from both teams. Jerry Easter II of Seton Hall delivered a critical jump shot, assisted by Gabe Dynes, with just seconds remaining before halftime. This shot capped a competitive first half, where Seton Hall completed a 13-4 scoring run.

Statistics from the first half highlighted the competitiveness of the game. Seton Hall shot 56.7% from the field, while USC followed closely behind with a 52% shooting percentage. Seton Hall managed to hit 2 of their 7 attempts from beyond the arc, while USC succeeded in 3 of 6 three-point attempts.

Turnovers were also a factor, as Seton Hall recorded 10 turnover penalties compared to USC’s 13. The Pirates capitalized on their defense, forcing eight steals during the first half, showcasing their commitment to pressure play.

Seton Hall’s starting lineup showed impressive performance statistics with multiple players contributing points efficiently. The first half closed with Seton Hall ahead and both teams eager to come out strong in the second half.

As the teams prepare for the second half, fans anticipate a thrilling conclusion to this semifinal matchup, which will determine who advances in this prestigious tournament.