JuJu Watkins has become the heart of many discussions surrounding this year’s USC Trojan women’s basketball team. Some commentators are saying she is already ready for the WNBA after just a handful of games at USC.
Kennedy Smith, one of the top players in the Class of 2024, recently committed to USC. Watkins and Smith have known each other since their high school days.
The two faced off at Sierra Canyon (JuJu) and Etiwanda (Kennedy Smith). Watkins’ team knocked off Etiwanda in the CIF playoffs two seasons ago, with Smith getting the victory last year.
Now, Smith is committed to USC. Watkins spoke about what Smith brings to the table, per Luca Evans of the Orange County Register (subscription required):
“Playing against her, you see how competitive she is, the dog that’s in her,” Watkins said. “So, to have that – I had to have her. I had to hit her phone up. I appreciate her heavily, because I know what she’s capable of.”
Coach Lindsay Gottlieb knows the future of her team sure looks bright. We can see it from here. Top high school players want to play with JuJu Watkins, creating more accumulated recruiting wins for the Women of Troy.
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