LSU's Kim Mulkey Reacts to Major Flau'jae Johnson Announcement on Monday
LSU's Kim Mulkey Reacts to Major Flau'jae Johnson Announcement on Monday originally appeared on Athlon Sports.
The LSU women's basketball team has been considered one of the top in the college basketball world over the past several seasons, led by head coach Kim Mulkey.
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Mulkey has been able to lead LSU to a national championship during her time with the program as well as several deep postseason runs.
Last season with the Tigers, they made their way to the Elite Eight in the postseason. LSU defeated San Diego State, Florida State and NC State before playing the UCLA Bruins and losing to the Western Conference foe, 72-65.
After the season, LSU lost a few key contributors, such as Aneesah Morrow, who transitioned to the WNBA.
Despite the loss, they still have one of the best guards in the country, Flau'jae Johnson.
Johnson is currently preparing for her fourth season at LSU, having established herself as a star on and off the court during her time with the Tigers.
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As she works toward her senior season, Johnson has been named to the 2025 Women's Americup Team Trials. She will be participating in the training with Team USA in Colorado Springs this offseason.
Kim Mulkey reacted to the announcement by reposting a photo of Flau'jae Johnson with the Team USA news posted, seemingly supporting the LSU star.
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Last season with the LSU Tigers, Flau'jae Johnson posted 18.6 points, 5.6 rebounds and 2.5 assists per game.
Throughout her three-year career with the Tigers, Johnson has averaged 14.8 points, 5.7 rebounds and 2.3 assists per game.
LSU Lady Tigers head coach Kim Mulkey.James Snook-Imagn Images
Kim Mulkey has been with the LSU Tigers since 2021. During her time at LSU, she has led the Tigers to a national title and Final Four appearance.
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Mulkey was also previously named the AP College Basketball Coach of the Year in 2022.
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This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 9, 2025, where it first appeared.
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