JuJu Watkins ties NCAA record for consecutive 30-point games against a single team

JuJu Watkins is turning college basketball into her own spotlight. After scoring 30 points again against UCLA, she propelled USC to a standout win and stylishly clinched the Big Ten title. Her remarkable scoring streak has NBA legends like Magic Johnson and Kevin Garnett taking notice, and with her already in the NCAA record books, it’s evident that Watkins is more than just a star; she’s a true sensation.

The victory resulted in USC winning 80-67 against UCLA while Watkins contributed 30 points alongside five assists, three rebounds and three blocks. The victory brought both the Big Ten regular-season title along with complete domination in games against UCLA Bruins during the same season.

The 30-point game against the Bruins represents one of several moments when Watkins has dominated them. Throughout her game against the Bruins Watkins has troubled them with four successive 30-point crowds. Since 1999-2000 Division I Watkins has ranked third for most points scored against one team with her current streak.
The basketball elite has not missed Watkins' remarkable performances. Constant USC booster Magic Johnson voiced his respect after her most recent performance versus UCLA. He went to social media, stressing her 30-point performance and its importance in guiding the squad to triumph.

Kevin Garnett has also praised Watkins' performance by posting her outstanding stats on his Instagram account along with emojis denoting his appreciation and approbation. Such appreciation from basketball stars highlight not only Watkins' skill but also her increasing impact on the game.

Watkins' second season has been evidence of her development and commitment. Posting 27 points, 10 rebounds, and five blocks in a close victory over AP No. 20 Ole Miss, she started the season strong. In just 38 games, she became the fastest USC player to score 1,000 career points, tying her for the fourth-fewest games in Division I history to meet the mark. Her scoring ability kept going.
She achieved one of her most notable statistics during USC's match against AP No. 1 UCLA by securing 38 points alongside 11 rebounds, eight blocks and five assists. Her extraordinary playing statistics positioned her for the first time in twenty years as a Division I athlete to reach 35 points alongside five blocks and five assists in one game. Her performances were instrumental to USC's winning season which resulted in taking the Big Ten regular-season championship for the school.
Away from the court, Watkins's impact keeps developing. A docu-series called "On The Rise: JuJu Watkins" centers on her path from high school standout to university success. LeBron James' SpringHill/UNINTERRUPTED created the series, which provides a close-up view of her life, goals, and hardships endured.
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