USC faced intense disappointment as their star player, JuJu Watkins, suffered a knee injury, leading to a crushing defeat against Mississippi State. The once hopeful atmosphere in the arena quickly turned somber as fans expressed their frustration, projecting their anger towards the opposing team. Coach Lindsay Gottlieb reflected on the emotional toll this moment had on the team, as their chances of advancing to the Final Four dissipated. Watkins, seen as a beacon of hope for USC basketball, galvanized both the fan base and the sport, making her absence felt far beyond the team's fate in the tournament.
The overwhelming boos from USC fans during the game directed their anger towards Mississippi State, heightening the tension as UC lost their title hopes.
JuJu Watkins' knee injury, announced late Monday night, casts a shadow not just over USC's aspirations but also the future excitement of the tournament itself.
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