Freshman JuJu Watkins Breaks USC Debut Record with 32 Points, Leads Trojans to Victory Over Ohio State

Watkins, the highly-touted freshman point guard from Sierra Canyon High School, sets a new USC record, previously held by Hall of Famer Lisa Leslie, and leads the team to upset No. 7 Ohio State in their season opener.

• JuJu Watkins, a nationally regarded incoming freshman, made a stunning debut for USC, scoring a monumental 32 points against Ohio State.
• Despite being a freshman, Watkins showed poise and skill, leading the Trojans to victory over the seventh-ranked Ohio State, with a final score of 83-74.
• Watkins’ score broke a USC record for most points scored in a debut, which was previously held by Hall of Famer Lisa Leslie.
• Watkins' performance aided in a crucial offensive turnaround for USC, which had one of the worst offenses in the Pac-12 last season.
• Beyond scoring, Watkins contributed with six rebounds and five assists, showcasing her well-rounded skills, and ended with a shooting rate of 61.1% from the floor.

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