USC's Watkins shines in revenge win over UConn

In a highly anticipated matchup, the No. 7 USC Trojans secured a 72-70 victory over the No. 4 UConn Huskies in Hartford, avenging their loss in the previous year’s Final Four. Led by standout JuJu Watkins with 25 points, USC dominated the first half before UConn staged a comeback, ultimately falling short. Watkins’ impressive performance against a top-five opponent on the road highlighted her impact on the USC program, alongside key contributions from Kiki Iriafen and Kennedy Smith. The win marked a significant milestone for USC, signaling their potential to make a deep postseason run under coach Lindsay Gottlieb. With star players like Paige Bueckers and Sarah Strong showcasing their talent, the game was a showcase of women’s basketball star power and competitive spirit at the collegiate level.

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