Flau’jae Johnson is not someone who could get easily scared. Pressure just might be what brings out the best shine of this diamond in the rough. While her story has multiple ups and downs, nothing has really deviated her from her path. In fact, with her consistent performances, she has been keeping LSU’s championship hopes alive. But as the saying goes, when everything’s smooth sailing, there’s always room for a sudden jolt. For Johnson, that jolt came on a recent flight.
The sophomore phenom recently shared a cryptic Snapchat story that has sparked conversations across social media platforms. The video shows her secretly recording a flight attendant with a simple yet intriguing caption: “Her vibe is a lil off.”
Moreover, the timing of this incident is particularly noteworthy as the LSU Tigers are preparing for their crucial matchup against the Washington Huskies, suggesting Johnson was likely en route to the Bahamas. The irony of this situation occurring on what many consider “America’s Nicest Airline” adds another layer of intrigue to the story.
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She then gets out of her seat to understand the situation and gain some clarity. In the video that follows, she goes to the front part of the plane and asks her teammate “What’s going on?” She is also heard saying that they have not taken off yet while showing the entire roster patiently waiting in their seats.
The young guard has been crucial in LSU’s success, consistently delivering stellar performances that justify her wish to be the next big name in the NCAA. The newest leader of the Lady Tigers has been dominating the court, averaging some astounding numbers as a scorer and a playmaker. She’s currently averaging an amazing 24 points per game, while also gathering 8.3 rebounds and 3.7 assists.
As the Lady Tigers prepare for their upcoming game against the Huskies, this minor turbulence is unlikely to affect Johnson’s performance on the court. If anything, her track record suggests she excels at channeling any external pressure into powerful on-court performances. However, while she secretly shows concern on this flight, there’s one more thing that the young guard is worried about.
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Flau’jae Johnson worried about her ‘trip’ to the Bahamas
The No. 4 guard has been a standout ever since she transitioned from high school phenom to LSU Tigers star. She scored 27 points in the Jordan Brand Classic Game on the high school court, and her rapping career took off after she signed a record deal with Roc Nation and her songs received millions of views. Now as she was making waves and got a chance for a game trip an unforeseen obstacle had come her way.
Interestingly, the 21-year-old has taken a ‘business trip’ and a ‘vacation’ and is already planning what she will do in the Bahamas. In a press conference after LSU’s victory over Tulane, Johnson expressed concern about her red, irritated eye, an injury she sustained during a physical game.
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“I’ve never had anything happen like this before. I’m gonna go to the Bahamas; we’re supposed to be taking cute pictures, but my eye,” said Johnson. However, head coach Kim Mulkey, who was sitting by her side, reassured her with, “You’re still beautiful.” The young guard sustained the injury on her left eye on Wednesday’s game after Tulane’s Kyren Whittington had accidentally hit Johnson’s face.
As LSU heads to the Bahamas, Johnson’s resilience will undoubtedly be tested. But if her past is any indication, she’s likely to rise above this setback and deliver yet another memorable performance. As for the vibes, well, hopefully, they all will reach their destination safe and sound.
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