The March Madness games shift the focus on college basketball as UConn, UCLA and South Carolina are looking to capture the coveted trophy with their deep and talented rosters. But one player who steals the spotlight despite not playing in the March Madness games is JuJu Watkins.
As per Nike’s latest update, Watkins will get his first signature Nike shoe this summer under LeBron James’ NXXT line. Fans commented on the news, congratulating the USC star.
Fans React to JuJu Watkin’s Signature Shoe
Playing just two seasons in the NCAAW, Watkins proved her worth as the most followed and offensively potent star on the basketball court. Nike already tied up the future superstar and recently assigned her to LeBron James’ NXXT shoe line.
With that, the player became the first WNBA star to get LBJ’s PE. Nike is not stopping at just one announcement and is ready to launch their first edition Silver Lining this summer, highlighting the player’s struggles and return to the action.
JuJu Watkins is getting her first signature shoe with Nike this summer, becoming the first athlete to have a signature pair under LeBron James’ NXXT line, per @TheAthletic
— NBACentral (@TheDunkCentral) March 23, 2026
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Fans also loved the concept and showered love on the young star, predicting a bright future for the star.
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A fan wrote, “Is A’ja gonna throw a tantrum over this or nah?”
Is A’ja gonna throw a tantrum over this or nah?
— WEZ_CANE (@WEZ_Cane) March 23, 2026
One fan mentioned, “It’s LeBron essentially passing the torch to the next generation.”
This isn’t just a shoe deal, it’s LeBron essentially passing the torch to the next generation.
— NBA 96 Live (@NBARetroRewind) March 23, 2026
Another fan added, “next-level recognition for her talent and impact.”
JuJu Watkins making history! 👟 Her first signature Nike shoe under LeBron’s NXXT line is huge—next-level recognition for her talent and impact. 🔥🏀
— Johnson Emmanuel (@Pelumi80) March 23, 2026
One fan commented, “Congratulations to her She worked for it.”
Congratulations to her
— Uzoma N. (@BIGUZOMA) March 23, 2026
She worked for it
Another fan added, “From LeBron’s line to her own legacy JuJu’s rise is signature.”
From LeBron’s line to her own legacy JuJu’s rise is signature.
— LebothaSir (@SirLebotha) March 23, 2026
The NCAAW star is yet to enter the league and already has a signature with Nike, which highlights her impact and influence on the game, as fans mentioned in their comments, but they are also waiting to see her back on the floor, and her recent interview might just provide good news for the fans.
JuJu Watkins Opens Up On Her Recovery
The prolific scorer has multiple records in just two seasons with the program and is ready to move up in the record books with her flawless game. Though ACL injury kept her away from action, it’s been nearly a year since the guard suffered an injury, and fans are expecting her to be back in action in the 2026-27 season.
“I’m in a really good place. Just being able to pour into my teammates and having such a strong support system, that’s got me through this moment and through this time. I’m continuing to go through it, but not taking any day for granted. Trying to get out there as soon as I can, but also listening to my body. I’m still growing as a player, even though I’m not out there,” Watkins said in an exclusive interview with Athletic.
During her participation in Team USA training, the player also gave USA basketball camp insights. Fans will be eagerly waiting for her signature shoe and, more importantly, her return on the floor.