JuJu Watkins' team rallies for Sweet 16 in her exclusive ‘So Win’ Nike shirt | Sporting News

Despite losing star guard JuJu Watkins to a season-ending ACL injury, USCs basketball team is making a bold statement as it heads into the Sweet 16.

In a powerful show of solidarity, every player, coach and staff member is sporting the exclusive JuJu Watkins "So Win" Nike Basketball T-shirt as they head into Spokane Arena.

MORE: How long is JuJu Watkins out? USC star facing same ACL injury timeline as Paige Bueckers, Azzi Fudd The shirt features an iconic image of Watkins, her signature bun and the Nike swoosh covering the lower half of her face.

Watkins signed with Nike as a high school senior in 2022 and holds a lucrative multi-year contract, solidifying her place among the top endorsers in women's basketball.

Reppin' 12 on the way to the arena We love you, Ju pic.twitter.com/hUo3htjkzN USCs resolve was put to the test in the second round of the NCAA tournament when Watkins suffered the injury early in the first quarter against Mississippi State.

The Trojans stepped up together in the face of adversity, finishing the game strong and securing the winthis display of unity setting the tone for their Sweet 16 run.

As USC faces Kansas State in a critical matchup, the Trojans are not just playing for a spot in the Elite Eighttheyre playing for JuJu.

The message is clear: USC is still a contender, and it's bringing the fight with Watkins in mind..

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