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Can UConn repeat? How will USC do without JuJu Watkins? We tackle some preseason questions.

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25 women's college hoops teams to watch in 2025-26

Perennial powers and intriguing growing programs highlight our 25 teams to watch for the 2025-26 women's college basketball season. Listed in alphabetical order, with 2024-25 statistics in parentheses, unless noted otherwise.

College Basketball (W) News / USC Trojans on SI / October 22

USC Women’s Basketball Face Key Questions to Answer Without Juju Watkins

The national media’s tone around USC women’s basketball has shifted quite a bit in just one summer. Once viewed as a rising powerhouse behind the star tandem of Juju Watkins and Kiki Iriafen, the Trojans now find themselves in unfamiliar territory — a program forced to rebuild its identity on the fly.

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NFL News / Washington Commanders on SI / October 11

Jayden Daniels and JuJu Watkins seen together after big Commanders win

As the Washington Commanders look ahead to their Monday Night Football against the Chicago Bears, fans aren’t just still talking about the team’s 27–10 win over the Los Angeles Chargers, they can't stop talking about everything that came after it.

JuJu Watkins Makes Clear Caitlin Clark, Brittney Griner Choice

JuJu Watkins has become arguably the most exciting player in college basketball since Indiana Fever star Caitlin Clark was with the Iowa Hawkeyes. In her sophomore season with the USC Trojans, Watkins averaged 27.1 points, 7.3 rebounds, 3.3 assists, 2.3 steals and 1.6 blocks, on her way to winning the Naismith College Player of the Year.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / October 10

USC Trojans Women's Basketball Star Named Tunnel Captain vs. Michigan

The USC Trojans will face the No. 15 Michigan Wolverines on Saturday, Oct. 11, for a week 7 matchup. The Trojans are 4-1, looking to turn things around coming off a bye week.

College Basketball (W) News / USC Trojans on SI / October 10

USC Flexes International Impact with Latest Five-Star Basketball Commit

When USC women's basketball coach Lindsay Gottlieb landed former five-star recruit JuJu Watkins, it signaled that USC was officially back. With Sitaya Fagan’s commitment, it’s clear the Trojans are here to stay.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / October 9

USC Women's Basketball Stars Snubbed from Big Ten Preseason All-Conference List

The Big Ten released its 2025–26 women’s basketball preseason polls this week, and while USC earned a top-five conference ranking, the Trojans were noticeably absent from the preseason All-Big Ten team selections.

WNBA Legend Candace Parker Drops Concerning Message to JuJu Watkins After Injury News

JuJu Watkins endured a right ACL tear in the second round of the 2025 NCAA tournament. Ever since, she’s been in recovery, but even now she’s not 100% healthy.

JuJu Watkins celebrates with Jayden Daniels after Washington Commanders win

On Sunday, USC women’s basketball star JuJu Watkins attended the Washington Commanders’ 27-10 win over the Los Angeles Chargers. Specifically, Watkins appeared to be there to watch Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels, who was returning from injury after missing the team’s previous two games.

College Basketball (W) News / Women's Fastbreak on SI / October 6

JuJu Watkins Embrace with NFL Star Quarterback Reignites Dating Rumors

USC Trojans women's basketball superstar JuJu Watkins will be missing the entire 2025-26 NCAA season while she rehabs the torn ACL she suffered back in March.

$2 Million Worth Fever Star Backs Injured Juju Watkins Months After Humble Media Act With Her

Ever since the 2025 season tipped off, Indy’s been fighting an uphill battle against injuries. By the time the playoffs rolled around, the team was missing five key players due to season-ending setbacks, and Damiris Dantas was sidelined under concussion protocol.

College Basketball (W) News / USC Trojans on SI / September 29

JuJu Watkins Being Shut Down For Junior Season Raises Questions About USC Future

USC Trojans superstar guard JuJu Watkins announced on Sunday night that she will be sitting out the entire 2025-2026 season. Watkins suffered a torn ACL in the second round of the 2025 NCAA tournament this past March.

College Basketball (W) News / Field Level Media / September 28

JuJu Watkins declares she'll sit out 2025-26 season

Reigning NCAA women's basketball player of the year JuJu Watkins announced Sunday that she will not play during the 2025-26 season. Watkins, who tore the ACL in her right knee against Mississippi State during the second round of the NCAA Tournament in March, says she will spend her third year at USC focusing on her recovery.

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JuJu Watkins announces tough news about her health

Fans hoping to see JuJu Watkins back in action are going to have to wait another 13 months to do so.

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JuJu Watkins Sends Clear Message About Caitlin Clark Injury Recovery

The No. 6-seeded Indiana Fever need to win their September 26 home game against the No. 3-seeded Atlanta Dream if they want to keep their season alive.

USC Trojans News / USC Trojans on SI / August 30

USC Trojans' Jazzy Davidson Ready for Breakout Season with JuJu Watkins Injury?

The USC Trojans women’s basketball team isn’t entering the 2025–26 season with lowered expectations—just a new face at the forefront. With Trojans superstar JuJu Watkins sidelined by an ACL injury, the Trojans are turning to freshman guard Jazzy Davidson, who was recently ranked No.

College Basketball (W) News / Athlon Sports / August 10

How USC Commit is Learning From JuJu Watkins Before Trojans Career: Exclusive

JuJu Watkins is the mega star walking around the USC Trojans campus. Armed with a litany of awards and NIL deals. One future Trojans athlete is learning from Watkins.

College Basketball (W) News / Athlon Sports / July 25

JuJu Watkins’ Unexpected Look Sparks Buzz on Social Media

USC Trojans women's basketball star JuJu Watkins is no stranger to grabbing attention on the court. This week, she turned heads online for an entirely different reason.

College Basketball (W) News / Oregon Ducks on SI / June 16

Oregon Ducks Fan Trolls USC Trojans' JuJu Watkins With Delivery Note

An Oregon Ducks fan appeared to be the one delivering mail to USC Trojans’ star guard JuJu Watkins on Saturday. Watkins posted on her instagram this weekend that she had missed a UPS package delivery.

AP announces 2025 women's college basketball Player of the Year

She averaged 23.9 points, 6.8 rebounds and a career-high 3.4 assists per game.

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College Basketball (W) News / Field Level Media / March 26

Coach: JuJu Watkins' injury 'will not shake her drive and dedication'

Southern California head coach Lindsay Gottlieb provided encouragement to injured standout forward JuJu Watkins with a statement over social media on Wednesday.

USC Trojans News / Larry Brown Sports / March 26

Clark sends message to Watkins amid awful injury news

Caitlin Clark sends message to JuJu Watkins amid awful injury news

Caitlin Clark is offering her support to JuJu Watkins in the wake of Watkins’ devastating injury. The USC star guard went down during Monday’s NCAA Tournament game against Mississippi State.

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Magic Johnson offers well wishes to Watkins

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