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JuJu Watkins Powers USC Upset Over No. 1 UCLA

2/14/2025

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Summary

Watkins Shocks UCLA

JuJu Watkins delivered a breathtaking performance, scoring 38 points and dominating the court with 11 rebounds and eight blocks, as No. 6 USC stunned No. 1 UCLA with a 71-60 victory, shattering their undefeated season. This triumph not only elevates USC to the top of the Big Ten but also bolsters Watkins' bid for Player of the Year.

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Longhorns End Streak

In a thrilling showdown, the Texas Longhorns stunned South Carolina with a 66-62 victory, snapping the Gamecocks' impressive 57-game SEC winning streak. This pivotal win not only enhances Texas' NCAA tournament hopes but also shakes up the rankings, elevating Notre Dame to No. 2 as they pursue a National Championship with a remarkable 21-2 record and a 16-game winning streak.

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Historical Context

JuJu Watkins' stunning 38-point performance against UCLA echoes USC's historic basketball rivalry. In 1970, UCLA dominated with a record 88-game winning streak. USC's recent victory not only ends UCLA's undefeated season but also positions Watkins as a contender for Player of the Year, reviving the Trojans' championship legacy.

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Watkins Shocks UCLA

JuJu Watkins delivered a breathtaking performance, scoring 38 points and dominating the court with 11 rebounds and eight blocks, as No. 6 USC stunned No. 1 UCLA with a 71-60 victory, shattering their undefeated season. This triumph not only elevates USC to the top of the Big Ten but also bolsters Watkins' bid for Player of the Year.

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