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USC's Tournament Run Ends After Loss to UConn Without Injured Star JuJu Watkins

JuJu Watkins reflects on her team's resilience and support as USC's season concludes in the Elite Eight following her season-ending ACL injury.

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Players on the USC bench watch during the final moments of their 78-64 loss to UConn in an NCAA Tournament regional final on Monday night in Spokane, Wash. (AP Photo/Young Kwak)
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Overview

  • USC fell to UConn 78-64 in the Elite Eight, marking the end of their NCAA Tournament run without JuJu Watkins, who suffered a season-ending ACL injury in the second round.
  • Watkins expressed gratitude for the widespread support she received and pride in her teammates' efforts through a heartfelt social media post.
  • USC head coach Lindsay Gottlieb praised the team's resilience and acknowledged the challenges of competing without Watkins, while emphasizing the program's bright future.
  • UConn's Paige Bueckers led her team with a standout 31-point performance, securing their spot in the Final Four against UCLA.
  • Discussions about Watkins' recovery timeline and potential redshirting next season highlight uncertainty, but USC's strong roster and incoming recruits offer hope for continued success.