LSU basketball star Flau’jae Johnson is set to hit the court at the Pete Maravich Assembly Center in Baton Rouge for the final time in her collegiate career on Sunday afternoon.
The Tigers will face off against the No. 7-seeded Texas Tech Red Raiders in the NCAA women’s tournament.
Throughout her illustrious career at LSU, Johnson won a national championship, became a two-time All-American, and was the SEC Freshman of the Year.
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LSU has been campaigning to sell out the PMAC for Johnson’s final home game, and one of the many people in attendance was none other than LSU football coach Lane Kiffin. Before tip-off, Johnson and Kiffin linked up for an epic photo, with Kiffin wearing a Flau’jae jersey, which she signed.
Game recognizes game pic.twitter.com/rWC2V5I8bt
— LSU Tigers (@LSUsports) March 22, 2026
LK Big 4@Lane_Kiffin x @Flaujae pic.twitter.com/G2aZq41K59
— LSU Women’s Basketball (@LSUwbkb) March 22, 2026
Leading up to the game, Johnson spoke about the emotions she will be feeling when she takes court on Sunday afternoon against the Red Raiders.
“I really do feel it. I’m trying not to think about it because I’m focusing on the game, but I’m going to be a mess. I woke up this morning to clean out my locker because it’s the last time I’m really going to play here,” Johnson said, via 247 Sports. “It’s hitting me. It’s a sad day today, I’m not gonna lie. It makes everything more sweet, not as bitter.”
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This season, Johnson is averaging 14 points, 4.2 rebounds, and 2.6 assists per game.
Entering Sunday’s game, LSU is an overwhelming 25.5-point favorite over the visiting Red Raiders, with the over/under sitting at 143.5 total points. Tip-off is set for 3:00 p.m. ET on ABC.
Mar 6, 2026; Greenville, SC, USA; Louisiana State Tigers guard Flau’jae Johnson (4) reacts to her three point play against the Oklahoma Sooners during the second half at Bon Secours Wellness Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images
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