LSU’s been performing well this season, ranking No.3 in the SEC and the major credit for this goes to Flau’jae Johnson. The guard has been a steady force for the Tigers, averaging 18.9 points, 5.8 rebounds, and 2.4 assists. However, her performance took a hit during the recent loss to Alabama, where she scored only 6 points in 38 minutes, which is far below her usual standards. Now with an injury looming over her, LSU finds itself in deep crisis.
With today’s match-up against the Ole Miss Rebels being crucial, concerns over Flau’jae’s health have only intensified. The guard was reportedly, spotted with a boot strapped on her right foot, raising questions about how serious her injury might be. “Flau’jae Johnson’s got a boot on that right foot. Will miss her second career game today,” Reed Darcey stated on X, along with a photo of the injury. As fans await updates, worries are growing about just how serious her injury might be and whether it could keep her off the court when it matters most.
For now, her injury has shut her out from the SEC Tournament, and as per broadcasts, it has been confirmed that she’s been battling with shin inflammation. These kinds of injuries happen when there’s excessive stress on a particular muscle, while not usually serious, LSU’s decision to sit her out of the SEC Tournament might be the right one as Kim Mulkey will be focusing on the bigger picture. March Madness.
Georgia had a 1.7% chance to win today, according to ESPN Analytics.
Beating Tennessee — in Knoxville — marks the second-biggest upset this season in a game between DI teams
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