On Mardi night in Los Angeles, the No. 3 ranked USC women’s basketball team delivered a commanding performance, overwhelming unranked Charleston with a staggering 105-44 victory. The game was highlighted by standout efforts from top NCAA recruits Jazzy Davidson and Saniyah Hall, who both scored 24 points, spearheading a dominant team effort that left Charleston struggling throughout.
Top NCAA Recruits Saniyah Hall, Jazzy Davidson Fuel USC Rout
Davidson and Hall led a balanced USC offense, with five players reaching double figures, including the highly anticipated return of JuJu Watkins. Watkins, considered a top prospect for the WNBA draft, contributed 20 points along with six assists, four rebounds, and four steals in just 22 minutes of play. This marked her third game back after recovering from an ACL injury that sidelined her for the entire 2025/26 season.
The Trojans set the tone early, launching an 18-0 run that quickly put them ahead 25-4. Davidson and Watkins combined to score 16 of those early points, while Hall energized the squad with a 7-0 run in the third quarter. USC maintained control throughout, never trailing at any point in the game.
By halftime, USC held a commanding 58-23 lead, extending it to 86-35 by the end of the third quarter. USC dominated the boards with a 52-36 rebounding advantage, led by Hall’s eight rebounds and Sitaya Fagan’s nine. Additionally, the Trojans capitalized on Charleston’s 21 turnovers, converting them into 28 points. Watkins also showcased her efficiency by going a perfect 4-for-4 from the free-throw line before sitting out the fourth quarter.
Looking ahead, USC is set to face their rival, No. 1 South Carolina, on Sunday in what promises to be a highly anticipated matchup in this season’s NCAA women’s basketball calendar.