Chad Baker-Mazara files lawsuit against USC over coach's tirade
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 15, 2026, 4:07 AM
Last updated Sep 15, 2026
Chad Baker-Mazara, formerly of USC, has filed a lawsuit alleging that head coach Eric Musselman subjected him to a racially charged tirade in the locker room after a loss to Nebraska on February 28. The lawsuit claims that Musselman's comments were discriminatory, targeting Baker-Mazara’s Dominican heritage. Baker-Mazara, who left USC shortly after the incident, is suing for breach of contract and other claims, including the termination of his NIL agreements by USC. The former player alleges that the morals clause cited by USC is vague and unenforceable. USC has not commented on the lawsuit.
- •Baker-Mazara split with USC before the Big Ten tournament
- •He alleges Musselman yelled discriminatory remarks
- •The lawsuit includes claims of breach of contract
- •Musselman was hired to lead USC for the 2024-25 season
- •Baker-Mazara plans to play professionally in Puerto Rico
- 4:07 AMYahoo Sports — Eric Musselman lawsuit, explained: Why Chad Baker-Mazara is accusing USC coach of 'racially-charged' rant
- 2:32 AMYahoo Sports — Ex-USC star Chad Baker-Mazara files lawsuit after split, claims coach Eric Musselman went on 'racially-charged tirade'
"Chad Baker-Mazara split with USC before the Big Ten tournament last season, days after an alleged locker room incident.
"USC basketball coach Eric Musselman is facing a lawsuit from former player Chad Baker-Mazara.
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External links- Yahoo SportsSep 15, 2026, 4:07 AMEric Musselman lawsuit, explained: Why Chad Baker-Mazara is accusing USC coach of 'racially-charged' rant
USC basketball coach Eric Musselman is facing a lawsuit from former player Chad Baker-Mazara.
- Yahoo SportsSep 15, 2026, 2:32 AMEx-USC star Chad Baker-Mazara files lawsuit after split, claims coach Eric Musselman went on 'racially-charged tirade'
Chad Baker-Mazara split with USC before the Big Ten tournament last season, days after an alleged locker room incident.
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