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USC Advances to Sweet 16 Despite JuJu Watkins' ACL Injury; Purdue Coaches with Longevity and Adaptability

USC's JuJu Watkins suffered a season-ending ACL injury, yet the Trojans prevailed to the Sweet 16. Purdue continues its impressive tournament run under Coach Matt Painter.

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USC’s star guard JuJu Watkins suffered an ACL injury just five minutes into their NCAA Tournament victory over Mississippi State (96-59). Despite Watkins’ loss, averaging 24.6 points per game, Kiki Iriafen’s 36 points propelled the Trojans to the Sweet 16 matchup against Kansas State. Coach Lindsay Gottlieb expressed concern for Watkins but commended the team’s resilience. Meanwhile, Purdue coach Matt Painter, with two decades of experience, has led the Boilermakers to 10 straight NCAA tournaments and seeks another Elite Eight appearance this week. Purdue is also adapting its playstyle, which reflects Painter's consistency in winning.

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: Watkins' injury significantly impacts USC's chances, as she is their top scorer and leader in assists, but the team continues to the Sweet 16 with other players stepping up.
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: Recovery from an ACL injury typically requires six to nine months, meaning Watkins will likely miss the remainder of the 2025 season and start rehab to return for the 2025-26 season.
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: Coach Matt Painter's longevity and adaptability have been key to Purdue's success. He has led the team to 10 consecutive NCAA tournaments, showcasing his ability to consistently win and adapt over two decades.
: USC will face No. 5 seed Kansas State in the Sweet 16 without JuJu Watkins.
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