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JuJu Watkins' ACL Tear Shadows USC's NCAA Victory

3/25/2025

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Summary

Watkins' Injury Impact

USC women's basketball sensation JuJu Watkins faced a heartbreaking setback, tearing her ACL in the first quarter against Mississippi State during the NCAA Tournament. Carried off the court, her season abruptly ended, yet her team triumphed 96-59. As she prepares for surgery, fans hold hope for her recovery in 6-9 months.

History

Clark's Historic Scoring

Caitlin Clark of Iowa has etched her name in NCAA history with stunning back-to-back 41-point games, including the first-ever 40-point triple-double. Her electrifying performance propelled Iowa to the Final Four, toppling South Carolina. In 2024, she dazzled again, matching the tournament record with nine 3-pointers against LSU, scoring another 41 points.

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Watkins' Injury Impact

USC women's basketball sensation JuJu Watkins faced a heartbreaking setback, tearing her ACL in the first quarter against Mississippi State during the NCAA Tournament. Carried off the court, her season abruptly ended, yet her team triumphed 96-59. As she prepares for surgery, fans hold hope for her recovery in 6-9 months.

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