JuJu Watkins is The Associated Press women's basketball player of the week. The sophomore guard shined in the Trojans’ 72-70 victory over UConn, scoring 25 points with six rebounds, five assists and three blocks.

On Saturday night, the USC women’s basketball team earned a statement victory over UConn on the road. Following the performance, accolades and recognition have begun to come in for the Trojans. At the center of it all has been star sophomore guard Juju Watkins.

It's been a busy week for USC Trojans women's basketball star JuJu Watkins. The sophomore guard picked up a huge win over the UConn Huskies and Paige Bueckers, and Watkins was named the Big Ten Player of the Week for the second time this season.

JuJu Watkins and Paige Bueckers both showed out in a primetime matchup between two of the brightest stars in women’s basketball.