USC's Jazzy Davidson cleared to play in NCAA Tournament after injury scare

The star freshman was injured in the Big Ten Tournament but will be available for the Trojans in the Big Dance.

Published on Mar. 11, 2026

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USC Trojans star freshman Jazzy Davidson suffered a shoulder injury during the team's loss to Washington in the second round of the Big Ten Tournament last week. However, the school has announced that Davidson will be able to play in the upcoming NCAA Tournament.

Why it matters

Davidson has been a key player for USC this season, earning Big Ten Freshman of the Year honors and making the All-Big Ten First Team. Her availability for the NCAA Tournament is crucial for the Trojans as they look to make a deep run in the tournament.

The details

Davidson appeared in 30 games for USC this season, averaging 17.6 points, 5.7 rebounds, 4.2 assists, 2.0 steals and 2.0 blocked shots. The Trojans finished the regular season with a 17-13 overall record and 9-9 in Big Ten play, navigating the absence of star player JuJu Watkins who was ruled out for the season.

  • Davidson was injured during USC's loss to Washington in the second round of the Big Ten Tournament last week.
  • On Wednesday, USC announced that Davidson will be able to play in the upcoming NCAA Tournament.

The players

Jazzy Davidson

A star freshman for the USC Trojans who was named the Big Ten Freshman of the Year and selected to the All-Big Ten First Team.

JuJu Watkins

A key player for USC who was ruled out for the season as she continues her injury recovery.

Saniyah Hall

The No. 1 recruit in 2026 who will be joining the USC Trojans as a freshman next season.

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What’s next

USC will now await Selection Sunday to find out their NCAA Tournament fate and where they will be seeded.

The takeaway

The return of Jazzy Davidson to full health is a major boost for the USC Trojans as they prepare for the NCAA Tournament. Davidson has been a standout performer for the team this season, and her availability will be crucial as the Trojans look to make a deep run in the Big Dance.