JuJu Watkins and the USC Trojans entered the tournament as one of the leading contenders for the national championship. However, their journey took a distressing turn during their matchup against Mississippi State on Monday night. With 4:43 left in the first quarter, Watkins, while sprinting on a fast break, collapsed with an apparent knee injury. Her visible discomfort raised immediate concerns, and multiple video angles suggested the possibility of a significant injury.
Support for Watkins quickly spread across social media, with fans and fellow athletes expressing their thoughts and prayers. Among those who reached out was Indiana Fever star Aliyah Boston, who shared a heartfelt message on X, simply writing, “Prayers up,” accompanied by two praying emojis.
Throughout the 2024-25 season, Watkins had continued to showcase her dominance on the court. Prior to the game, she was averaging an impressive 24.6 points per game, along with 7.0 rebounds, 3.5 assists, 2.3 steals, and 1.8 blocks. Additionally, she maintained a solid shooting performance, hitting 42.8% of her shots from the field and converting 32.6% of her three-point attempts.
As an outpouring of support continues, an update on her condition has been provided, leaving fans and analysts awaiting further details on her recovery and potential return to the court.
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