JuJu Watkins (in 38 games) is 4th fastest to 1,000 points. Took Caitlin 40 games

[chuck285]

Of course, and I think those who attempt to be reasonable and basketball savvy would get that, but seriously who us trust to compare them. You’re certainly aware of the component out there desperate to replace CC with any player that comes along .

And yes, they are honestly wildly different players who both have a ton of respect for each other.

But they never should’ve been compared juju‘s a 62 combo forward and Kaitlyn is point guard. Hell she’s a damn visionary and since we are comparing….

Juju has more blocks, I’d hope Caitlyn did didn’t even start trying to play defense until she got to the WNBA and she 6-2 marginally more steals again because of where she plays…

After that, absolutely nothing she does is even in the same realm, including rebounding. I’m not gonna give her Kudos for less turnovers when she averages 3.5 assists per game to 3.0 TOs .

She takes way more shots inside the paint than Caitlin does and shoots a significantly less 2pt % & worse three point % & her EG% isn’t even close.

And if you head over to Twitter, you’ll be able to find all kinds of posts saying juju is better or Paige is better or Hannah hotdog will be better or this girl or that girl I mean there’s some obsessive levels of desperation out there for Kaitlyn Clark, not to be good it’s the most bizarre shit I’ve ever seen…

No wonder there are so many people running around saying shit about these other girls…

Now for what it’s worth CC doesn’t need defended, quite frankly it’s ridiculous to say “never ever” but it is gonna be quite a while before we see girls throwing 94 foot passes and shooting 32 foot bombs consistently. I’m not sure why they’re trying to compare anyone to her.

CAITLIN CLARK

 

[LaQuintaHawkeye]

I don't think it's a given JuJu stays in school all four years.

If she comes to the conclusion that surpassing CC's scoring record is not achievable, she could very well forego her final year and leave for the league. Lots of variables of course, including how good will her team be and are they projected favorites to win the conference and NCAA titles.

Bottom line, she doesn't have the "it" factor that CC had in bringing eyes to the game...tv ratings and attendance are no where near what they were with CC. That grinds on those who hate CC and who desperately want the women's game to be popular without her.



*disregard coming out early comment, rules won’t allow it in her case

 

[citizenHawk]

I don't think it's a given JuJu stays in school all four years.

If she comes to the conclusion that surpassing CC's scoring record is not achievable, she could very well forego her final year and leave for the league. Lots of variables of course, including how good will her team be and are they projected favorites to win the conference and NCAA titles.

Bottom line, she doesn't have the "it" factor that CC had in bringing eyes to the game...tv ratings and attendance are no where near what they were with CC. That grinds on those who hate CC and who desperately want the women's game to be popular without her.

Juju will play all four years at USC. I guarantee it.

 

[cmhawks99]

Juju will play all four years at USC. I guarantee it.

You @LaQuintaHawkeye probably don’t know this, obviously citizenHawk does, 😊 but the rule right now is you can’t go to the WNBA unless you’re gonna be 22 in your draft year and juju will not. So as of right now, she can’t legally go to the WNBA.

 

[ChiefRhoads]

I image as much money as she is making with NIL, there is not a huge benefit (unless she hates school) to going pro. It isn't like the WNBA pays like the NBA does.

 

[LaQuintaHawkeye]

You @LaQuintaHawkeye probably don’t know this, obviously citizenHawk does, 😊 but the rule right now is you can’t go to the WNBA unless you’re gonna be 22 in your draft year and juju will not. So as of right now, she can’t legally go to the WNBA.

I did not …thank you for the enlightenment.

 

[hawkirugged17]

 

[danny14]

I don't think it's a given JuJu stays in school all four years.

If she comes to the conclusion that surpassing CC's scoring record is not achievable, she could very well forego her final year and leave for the league. Lots of variables of course, including how good will her team be and are they projected favorites to win the conference and NCAA titles.

Bottom line, she doesn't have the "it" factor that CC had in bringing eyes to the game...tv ratings and attendance are no where near what they were with CC. That grinds on those who hate CC and who desperately want the women's game to be popular without her.



*disregard coming out early comment, rules won’t allow it in her case

Like comparing Seth Curry to Allen Iverson. Both Hall of Fame Players, with different skill sets. Curry's long-range shooting is just so exceptional, and he is so personable, that he is in a class by himself. (and I loved Allen Iverson)

 

[SCHawkFan]

I don't think it's a given JuJu stays in school all four years.

If she comes to the conclusion that surpassing CC's scoring record is not achievable, she could very well forego her final year and leave for the league. Lots of variables of course, including how good will her team be and are they projected favorites to win the conference and NCAA titles.

Bottom line, she doesn't have the "it" factor that CC had in bringing eyes to the game...tv ratings and attendance are no where near what they were with CC. That grinds on those who hate CC and who desperately want the women's game to be popular without her.



*disregard coming out early comment, rules won’t allow it in her case

I disagree on the “it” factor comment. She absolutely has it. She is a spectacular scorer and extremely competitive.

What she doesn’t do is control the game like CC. Juju is not a point guard. She’s not pushing the pace like Caitlin and she doesn’t make her teammates better like Caitlin did. Caitlin is a game changing player. Juju is a dominate scorer.

Juju also has more talent around her, so the magic of leading a team of unknowns to historic accomplishments was a compelling national story.

Remember, Caitlin became a national phenom and must watch TV during the second half of her junior year. I’m looking forward to seeing what Juju does next season and how much attention she receives.

I do think it is tougher for Juju because she plays for a west coast team. A lot of games are on too late for half the country to watch. CC never had that challenge.

How great would it have been to see CC and Juju play together. Caitlin would not score nearly as much, but might average 20 assists a game.

 

[SCHawkFan]

Like comparing Seth Curry to Allen Iverson. Both Hall of Fame Players, with different skill sets. Curry's long-range shooting is just so exceptional, and he is so personable, that he is in a class by himself. (and I loved Allen Iverson)

Steph Curry. Seth is the little brother.

 

[kceasthawk]

I don't think it's a given JuJu stays in school all four years.

If she comes to the conclusion that surpassing CC's scoring record is not achievable, she could very well forego her final year and leave for the league. Lots of variables of course, including how good will her team be and are they projected favorites to win the conference and NCAA titles.

Bottom line, she doesn't have the "it" factor that CC had in bringing eyes to the game...tv ratings and attendance are no where near what they were with CC. That grinds on those who hate CC and who desperately want the women's game to be popular without her.



*disregard coming out early comment, rules won’t allow it in her case

I assume by crossing this out that you realized Juju doesn't have the option of leaving early for the league, nor does ANY other player who is not 22 years old. We've pretty much beat that to death by this point. edit: just saw cmhawks99 post. He is correct..

 

[Franisdaman]

 

[wondergrape]

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That's awesome.

 

[ichawk24]

Juju's .486 effective FG% is 7th on the USC team, which is a huge improvement from last year's .445 ranked 11th.

Caitlin's Iowa career effective FG% was .560, with her career low being .524.

 

[AMAYS]

Juju's .486 effective FG% is 7th on the USC team, which is a huge improvement from last year's .445 ranked 11th.

Caitlin's Iowa career effective FG% was .560, with her career low being .524.

Given JuJu's propensity to get to the line, true shooting percentage (TS), which also takes into account free throws, is probably the better shooting efficiency stat.

JuJu's TS was .513 her freshman year, and .552 this year.
Clark's Iowa career TS is .608, with her sophomore season low of .582.