JuJu Watkins Sets USC Record with Nine 3-Pointers in Dominant Win Over Cal Baptist

The sophomore guard scored 40 points on exceptional shooting, leading No. 6 USC to a decisive victory and surpassing Caitlin Clark's efficiency milestones.

• JuJu Watkins broke USC's single-game record with nine 3-pointers, shooting 9-for-11 from beyond the arc in a 94-52 win over Cal Baptist.
• Watkins scored 40 points on 12-of-18 shooting, marking her 16th career game with at least 30 points and her third consecutive standout performance this season.
• USC, now 7-1, secured its third straight blowout win following a loss to Notre Dame, with contributions from Kiki Iriafen (18 points, 10 rebounds) and Rayah Marshall (10 points, 10 rebounds).
• Watkins surpassed Caitlin Clark’s career-high for 3-pointers in a game, achieving the feat with greater efficiency and fewer attempts.
• The Trojans also excelled defensively, recording a season-best 12 blocked shots, 20 assists, and only nine turnovers in the game.

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