No. 3 USC opens season against UNLV in Las Vegas with JuJu Watkins returning
The gist
No. 3 USC opens its season against UNLV on Nov. 2 at T-Mobile Arena, with JuJu Watkins returning.
The Las Vegas showcase is a nationally televised stage for Watkins' comeback.
How it unfolded
- Feb 25, 2026UNLV and USC both announce the Lady Rebels and Trojans will open the 2026-27 season against each other on Nov. 2 at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas.
- Jun 4, 2026USC announces a 1 p.m. PT tip time for the season opener against UNLV.
- Jun 5, 2026USC's home opener is announced as the Nov. 2 game against UNLV at T-Mobile Arena, part of the Naismith Hall of Fame Series Opening Night.