The Lady Tigers tipped off their third season under Kim Mulkey in quite a fashionable way when they secured a dominant 50+ point victory over Eastern Kentucky. If anyone expected LSU to dial it back in their second game, they just maintained their momentum and blew the Lady Demons out 95-36. But one name that shone brightest in both these games was Flau’jae Johnson. Her play has ignited a wave of excitement among fans, as they’re eagerly projecting her future in the WNBA, with many believing she’s destined for a big career ahead.

When the final buzzer sounded in the LSU vs Northwestern State game, it was clear that Kim Mulkey’s team had put on a clinic, dominating their opponents with an astounding 59-point margin. The Lady Tigers came close to hitting the century mark on the scoreboard, a clear testament to their offensive power. Flau’jae Johnson led all scorers with 24 points, contributing over 25% of her team’s total and solidifying her role as a key player in their dominant performance.

That meant the LSU #4 led all scorers in yet another game as she had bagged the most points against Eastern Kentucky in the season opener as well. Now, after just two games, Johnson has racked up 49 points, placing her among the top scorers in the Southeastern Conference. She doesn’t just influence the game with her scoring; she also recorded 12 rebounds in those two games.

The WNBA draft eligibility criteria states, “The league requires domestic draft entrants to be at least 22 years old during the year in which the draft takes place and to have no remaining college eligibility or to renounce any future college eligibility.” Since this is her junior year and she is cracking it up in the college basketball realm, fans are all in awe of her as they took to social media and expressed their desperate desire to see her on the pro stage, demanding a move from her next year.

Fans desire to see Flau’jae Johnson shine in the WNBA next year

The 21-year-old guard has stepped up as the leader of Kim Mulkey’s squad, silencing any doubts about LSU’s performance following the departure of Angel Reese. In her most recent game against Northwestern State, Johnson put on a shooting clinic, hitting 10 of her 16 field goal attempts. This impressive shooting performance pushed her field goal percentage to a stellar 62.5%. With numbers like these, it’s no surprise that fans are already buzzing about her future.

One fan even suggested that Johnson should set her sights on the WNBA draft next year, saying the league is simply not ready for a talent like hers. “She needs to enter the draft this year. League ain’t ready fr.“

Johnson’s impact on the court wasn’t limited to her scoring. She also showcased her all-around game, grabbing 7 rebounds and dishing out 2 assists in the victory. It’s clear that her versatility was one of her standout qualities, and fans are taking notice. One supporter echoed the growing sentiment that she’s ready for the next level, commenting that Johnson “would cook in W” if she entered the WNBA.

Another fan echoed the excitement surrounding Johnson’s potential WNBA future. The user, probably pointing to her impressive 49 points in just two games as proof of her incredible “offensive bag,” commented, “True, real and COMPLETE offensive bag and not just specialist!“

The LSU guard may have earned a national title in her freshman year with LSU in 2023, but much of the spotlight that season went to Angel Reese, the “Bayou Barbie” who transferred to Baton Rouge from Maryland. This year, however, the stage is set for Johnson to take the reins. With her skills and leadership already on full display, she’s showing that she’s more than capable of leading the team on her own to glory.

One user even predicted that if Johnson leads LSU to a championship this year, she will undoubtedly declare for the 2025 WNBA draft. “She win a ring this year, she will. She already alluded to that possibility.“

While it’s worth noting that Flau’jae Johnson is still just in her third year of college, she has the option to play another season, which could be a lucrative opportunity thanks to NIL deals. Additionally, if Johnson dreams of being the No. 1 pick in the WNBA draft, it might be a tough goal to reach, especially with UConn’s Paige Bueckers, a redshirt senior, already projected as a top prospect for the 2025 draft. Therefore, one fan had a different perspective on her future, suggesting Johnson should make the jump to the WNBA next year to secure that coveted No. 1 pick. “Naw I think she need to wait til next year and go number #1”

As the season unfolds, it’s still unclear when Flau’jae Johnson will reveal her plans for the professional stage, but one thing is certain: she’s ready to step up as a leader for LSU, something that head coach Kim Mulkey also wants of her. If Johnson can guide the Lady Tigers to their second-ever title, fans will be eagerly watching games against big teams! Their next tie is scheduled against Charleston Southern on Monday, November 12.