When you’re dropping 20+ point games and making it rain from beyond the arc while still finding time to drop chart-topping tracks, one victory gift might not be enough. Flau’jae Johnson’s dynamic gameplay helped propel LSU to new heights, including their unforgettable NCAA Women’s Basketball Championship victory last year. Now the 21-year-old has sent her social media into a frenzy with a single-word response.
Johnson took to her X to retweet a post that read, “If you’re buying a car with the first letter of your name what will you be driving?” The young guard gave no second thought and wrote the caption “Ferrari.” The response was simple yet impactful, sparking excitement and speculation. Was this just playful banter, or could Flau’jae’s next move involve an official partnership or purchase from the luxury brand?
This comes months after Johnson bought a $180,000 Mercedes AMG C63 following a series of NIL deals with Puma, Powerade, and Experian. Currently, her NIL valuation stands at $1.1 million (as per On3) and part from the brand mentioned she has also received offers from Amazon, Gordon McKernan Injury Attorneys, Intuit TurboTax, JBL Audio, Tampax, Uninterrupted, and LG Electronics.
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“This is What Hard Work Look like #ThankYouJesus,” wrote Johnson in the caption of her Instagram post, in which she is seen standing in front of her brand new car with a bright red ribbon on the hood.
Ferrari 😎 https://t.co/AwxDvchDxJ
— Flaujae 4️⃣ (@Flaujae) November 23, 2024
Even on the floor, she is making waves in her sophomore season, showcasing consistent growth as a key player and leader for LSU. Currently, she’s averaging an impressive 24 points per game, coupled with 8.3 rebounds and 3.7 assists, underlining her all-around impact on the court.
Known for her clutch performances, Johnson’s ability to score in crucial moments has been pivotal for the Lady Tigers who are maintaining a perfect record of 6-0.
With her basketball career on an upward trajectory, her music resonating with a growing audience, and her business acumen shining through her NIL deals, Flau’jae’s future looks incredibly bright. The one-word tweet teasing a “Ferrari” connection might hint at another exciting chapter—whether it’s a collaboration, a sponsorship, or another high-profile purchase. However with a big future up ahead in the league, the 21-year-old has given a hint of where she might be going.
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Flau’jae Johnson hints at her choice in the big league
The LSU No. 4’s rise to prominence began long before she donned the purple and gold jersey. A standout talent at Sprayberry High School in Marietta, Georgia, she impacted as both an elite basketball prospect and a budding rapper. On the court, she scored 27 points during the Jordan Brand Classic Game, and off the court, her rapping career flourished, with her music garnering millions of views and a record deal with Roc Nation.
Her decision to join LSU only amplified the buzz, as she became a key part of the Tigers’ championship-winning team in her freshman year. Now she has revealed that she is eligible to get drafted in the WNBA. “Everybody keeps asking me, just give it time, bro. Give it time… If you don’t know, I am eligible for the [WNBA] Draft this year. So I’m kind of just letting God guide me,” Johnson said in a podcast.
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Although the 21-year-old hasn’t directly announced anything of which team she wants to play for but has given a hint that it might be Caitlin Clark’s territory. “The Indiana Fever having Stephanie White as a head coach, I really like that,… I love that. I feel like she’s a player’s coach,” Johnson shared during an episode of her podcast.
Whether she continues to dominate on the court, expands her music career, or balances both, her declaration signals the beginning of a new chapter. For now, the basketball and music worlds watch closely, anticipating her next move, as she proves that she indeed is best of both worlds.
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