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USC Women's Basketball Seeks Momentum Amid Injury Struggles

1/31/2026

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USC women's basketball coach Lindsay Gottlieb says the team must improve after a challenging season marked by JuJu Watkins' injury.
The Trojans defeated No. 8 Iowa and stand 12-9 overall, 4-6 in the Big Ten, as they seek momentum to boost National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) tournament chances.
Vivian Iwuchukwu's leg injury raises depth concerns, and upcoming unranked opponents offer a chance to regain momentum.

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USC women's basketball coach Lindsay Gottlieb says the team must improve after a challenging season marked by JuJu Watkins' injury.
The Trojans defeated No. 8 Iowa and stand 12-9 overall, 4-6 in the Big Ten, as they seek momentum to boost National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) tournament chances.
Vivian Iwuchukwu's leg injury raises depth concerns, and upcoming unranked opponents offer a chance to regain momentum.