LSU's Flau'jae Johnson Leaves Lasting Legacy After 4 Years

The senior guard elevated the women's basketball program during her time as a Tiger.

Mar. 30, 2026 at 3:25pm

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Flau'jae Johnson, a senior guard for the LSU women's basketball team, played her final game for the Tigers on Friday night in the Sweet Sixteen. Over her four-year career, Johnson made a significant impact on the program, earning numerous accolades and helping to elevate the team to new heights.

Why it matters

Johnson's loyalty and dedication to LSU over her entire collegiate career is rare in today's landscape of frequent player transfers. Her growth as a player and leader has been instrumental in the Tigers' success, and she has become a role model for her younger teammates.

The details

During her four seasons at LSU, Johnson started every game, earned SEC Freshman of the Year honors, and was named to the All-SEC Second Team, First Team All-SEC, and Third Team All-American. She finished her career with 2,063 points and 750 rebounds, cementing her status as one of the greatest players in program history.

  • Johnson played her final game for LSU on March 24, 2026 in the Sweet Sixteen.
  • She was named SEC Freshman of the Year in the 2022-23 season.
  • Johnson scored over 1,000 career points during her junior season in 2024-25.

The players

Flau'jae Johnson

A senior guard who played for the LSU women's basketball team from 2022 to 2026, earning numerous accolades and helping to elevate the program during her time as a Tiger.

Kim Mulkey

The head coach of the LSU women's basketball team, who recruited Johnson and helped build the program into a national contender.

Angel Reese

A former LSU player who Johnson looked up to, and who Johnson hopes to be reunited with in the WNBA after being projected as a top-10 draft pick.

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What they’re saying

“From the moment she stepped on campus to the last second of her final game in an LSU jersey, Flau'jae Johnson gave her all to LSU women's basketball. It's time we thank her for it.”

— Brooke Benedict, Author

What’s next

Johnson is projected to be selected in the top 10 of the upcoming WNBA Draft, with the potential to be reunited with former LSU teammate Angel Reese on the Chicago Sky.

The takeaway

Flau'jae Johnson's four-year career at LSU has left an indelible mark on the women's basketball program. Her loyalty, dedication, and on-court excellence have elevated the Tigers to new heights, and she has become a role model for her younger teammates. Her impact will continue to be felt long after she departs for the professional ranks.