Latest Basketball News: JuJu Watkins 'On the Rise' – ACL Comeback, Candace Parker Mentorship & NWSL Ownership
In today’s latest basketball news, one name is absolutely dominating headlines: JuJu Watkins. The USC Trojans superstar just gave an explosive interview to Olympics.com about her ACL recovery, Candace Parker’s mentorship, and her shocking new role as an NWSL team co-owner — all at 19 years old.
Latest Basketball News: The ACL Nightmare That Turned Into a Comeback Story
Last season JuJu was dropping 27+ PPG and shattering freshman records… until a torn ACL stopped her dead in her tracks. What could’ve been career-altering became the ultimate glow-up.
“It was the lowest point of my life. But it taught me patience — and now I’m coming back stronger than ever.”
Latest Basketball News: Candace Parker Passed Down the Blueprint
When the injury hit, Candace Parker didn’t just send a text — she became JuJu’s personal mentor. Late-night film breakdowns, mental-toughness sessions, and one iconic line:
“This isn’t the end — it’s the edit.”
Latest Basketball News: She’s Already an NWSL Team Owner (!)
While cooking defenders on the court, JuJu quietly joined an NWSL expansion franchise ownership group alongside Serena Williams and Natalie Portman. Youth clinics, scholarships, and cross-sport training programs are already in the works.
Why This Is the Biggest Latest Basketball News Story Right Now
JuJu Watkins isn’t just playing the game — she’s changing it:
- Fastest high-profile ACL recovery in recent memory
- Personally mentored by Candace Parker
- Co-owner of an NWSL franchise at 19
- Projected 2026 WNBA No. 1 pick
The future of women’s basketball is here — and her name is JuJu.
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