Eric Musselman's Connection to Ratliff Twins' Dad Helped USC Recruitment
Summary
USC men's basketball recruited twin brothers Adonis and Darius Ratliff, both four-star players, to join their team this season. Their father, former NBA player Theo Ratliff, once played under USC head coach Eric Musselman, a connection that helped influence their decision to sign with USC.Key Facts
- Adonis and Darius Ratliff are twin brothers and four-star basketball recruits.
- Their father, Theo Ratliff, was a first-round NBA draft pick in 1995 and an NBA All-Star in 2001.
- Theo Ratliff played for multiple NBA teams, including the Philadelphia 76ers and Atlanta Hawks.
- Eric Musselman was an assistant coach for the Atlanta Hawks during the 2001-02 season, coaching Theo Ratliff.
- Adonis Ratliff said his father's relationship with Musselman helped him feel confident about choosing USC.
- Adonis was injured during his high school senior year, but USC supported him during his recovery.
- Both twins will play their first college basketball games for USC starting in the 2026-27 season.
- USC’s first game this season will be on December 8 against San Diego at Jenny Craig Pavilion.
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