JUST IN:Flau’jae Johnson Shocks LSU, Declares for 2025 WNBA Draft Amid Rumored Team Rift, Risking Career With League’s Uncertain $2 Billion Deal…Read More…
In a stunning turn, LSU star Flau’jae Johnson has declared for the 2025 WNBA Draft, leaving fans reeling and sparking whispers of turmoil within the Tigers’ locker room. The junior guard, known for her dynamic play and Roc Nation rap career, reportedly blindsided coaches after LSU’s Elite Eight exit, opting to chase pro dreams over a senior season in Baton Rouge.
Sources close to the program hint at a falling-out with teammates, though details remain murky. Johnson, averaging 18.6 points and 5.6 rebounds last season, was expected to lead LSU’s title chase with a revamped roster. Her abrupt exit raises questions about team chemistry, especially after losing Aneesah Morrow to the pros. “It’s a gut punch,” one fan posted on X. “Flau’jae was our heart.”
The move comes as the WNBA touts a $2.2 billion media deal, but skepticism lingers. Insiders warn the influx may not guarantee rookie pay bumps, with 2025 lottery picks projected at $78,831—peanuts compared to Johnson’s $1.5 million in NIL deals. By entering now, she risks a lower salary before a new CBA in 2026 could reshape earnings. Critics call it a gamble, noting her 38.3% three-point shooting and playmaking need polish for the pro grind.
Johnson’s camp remains silent, but her social media teases “big moves.” Is she banking on draft buzz or fleeing unseen drama? LSU braces for a rebuild, while fans fear their star’s shine may dim too soon.
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