JuJu Watkins Declares LeBron James Her Clutch Player of Choice as She Prepares for Sophomore Season with USC Trojans

JuJu Watkins is gearing up for her second college basketball season with the USC Trojans after an explosive freshman year in 2023-24. Recently, she made a splash at the Big Ten Media Days, reminding everyone of her status as one of the brightest stars in college basketball.

In an engaging interview with CBS Sports, Watkins was put to the test on her NBA knowledge with a thought-provoking question. She was asked to choose which player she would want taking the final shot in a high-pressure situation. Despite an impressive roster of options, including James Harden, Kawhi Leonard, Kevin Durant, Steph Curry, and even the late Kobe Bryant, Watkins confidently selected Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James.

While she briefly contemplated Bryant as a contender, her decision ultimately leaned towards “The King.” “I’m just going to say LeBron,” Watkins stated.

During her freshman season, Watkins lit up the NCAA scene, finishing as the second-leading scorer in the country with an impressive average of 27.1 points per game—just behind Iowa Hawkeyes superstar Caitlin Clark, who averaged 31.6. She also etched her name in the record books by scoring a remarkable 51 points in a game against Cameron Brink and the Stanford Cardinal on February 2, setting the all-time scoring record at USC.

As LeBron James prepares for his 22nd NBA season, his son Bronny James Jr. is making headlines as a rookie for the Lakers, joining the USC men’s team alongside Watkins. The connection between these rising stars and the NBA legend adds an exciting layer to the upcoming season.