USC Triumphs Over UCLA in Double-OT, Faces Stanford in Pac-12 Championship

With a gritty win against UCLA, USC advances to the Pac-12 final, showcasing resilience and team spirit.

• USC's JuJu Watkins leads with 33 points in a double-overtime victory over UCLA, propelling the team to the Pac-12 championship game against Stanford.
• The team's unity and spirit were highlighted by a pregame gesture of matching shoes, symbolizing their journey and camaraderie.
• USC's transformation under Coach Lindsay Gottlieb in three years has been remarkable, with the team now posing a significant threat in the championship.
• Injuries and physical challenges tested the team's resilience, with Watkins playing through a sprained ankle.
• The championship game against Stanford represents a pivotal moment for USC, aiming to secure a Pac-12 title against a historically dominant opponent.

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