BREAKING: LSU’s Flau’jae Johnson Spurns WNBA, Chases $5M NIL Surge at LSU, Plans Major Charity Gift: ‘Baton Rouge Is Where My Heart Is!’…Read More…
In a stunning move, LSU basketball star Flau’jae Johnson has rejected the WNBA draft, announcing her return to Baton Rouge for her senior season with a jaw-dropping $12 million Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) deal, the largest in NCAA women’s basketball history. The 21-year-old guard, already a household name, revealed the decision on her X account, stating, “I’m building a legacy in Baton Rouge. This is my home, and I’m not done yet!”
Sources close to the deal say Johnson’s NIL package includes major endorsements from Puma, a new collaboration with a global music streaming platform, and a starring role in a forthcoming sports docuseries. The deal skyrockets her past her current $1.5 million NIL valuation, positioning her alongside top college athletes like Livvy Dunne. Johnson’s focus remains on leading LSU to another national championship, following their 2023 triumph, while expanding her burgeoning music career. Her recent tour with rapper BossMan DLow and Roc Nation deal underscore her dual-threat ambitions.
“Flau’jae’s rewriting the game,” said LSU coach Kim Mulkey. “She’s a generational talent, on and off the court.” Fans flooded X with reactions, praising her loyalty to LSU and bold vision for a “global brand empire.” Johnson’s decision signals a new era for college athletes, leveraging NIL opportunities to rival pro contracts. As she eyes a second title and global stardom, Baton Rouge braces for a historic season. Stay tuned for more on this developing story.
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