USC star JuJu Watkins to miss 2025-26 season to focus on recovery from ACL tear
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USC star JuJu Watkins has announced she will miss the entire 2025-26 NCAA season to focus on her recovery from an ACL tear sustained during the 2025 NCAA Tournament. This decision, while difficult, allows her to prioritize her health and ensure a full recovery before returning to the court. Watkins, only 20, is a promising talent, and her absence will be felt in the upcoming season, but her long-term health is the most important factor.
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