USC’s rising star, JuJu Watkins, is making waves in women’s college basketball, and she’s on track to challenge some of the most prestigious records set by Caitlin Clark. At just 19 years old, Watkins is putting up staggering numbers, positioning herself as a potential record-breaker and a dominant force in the sport. With her incredible scoring ability, she has quickly become one of the most electrifying players to watch.
Clark, who made history with 3,951 career points—the most by any college basketball player, male or female—could soon see her record fall. Watkins has already amassed 1,142 points in only 38 games, surpassing Clark’s early career pace. It took Clark two extra games to reach that milestone, showcasing just how fast Watkins is climbing the ranks. Additionally, Watkins has maintained her scoring lead since breaking the 1,000-point mark in mid-November.
One of the key differences between these two superstars is their playing style. Clark is known for her exceptional three-point shooting and holds the NCAA record for most career three-pointers. Watkins, on the other hand, dominates inside the arc, proving to be an elite finisher in the paint. During her freshman year, Watkins scored a national-best 553 two-pointers—far surpassing Clark’s best single-season mark of 359 from her sophomore year.
Statistically, Watkins continues to outshine many of her peers. With a .476 field goal percentage this season, she leads the NCAA in efficiency. If she maintains this rate through the end of the year, she will have posted a better shooting percentage than Clark ever achieved in a single season at Iowa. While Watkins only has eight games left to play this season, her impact on college basketball is already undeniable.
While Clark remains one of the greatest shooters in NCAA history, Watkins’ ability to score at an unprecedented pace makes her a serious contender to rewrite the record books. As the season progresses, all eyes will be on this young phenom to see if she can continue her meteoric rise and claim the title of college basketball’s all-time leading scorer.
