In a world where basketball stars aren’t just making headlines for their killer crossovers and clutch shots, LSU alum Flau’Jae Johnson has taken center stage for… well, something a little more personal. The 2023 SEC Rookie of the Year just dropped a bombshell on her 1.9 million Instagram followers, and no, it’s not another three-pointer.
Sharing a slew of romantic snapshots—complete with roses, balloons, and what looked suspiciously like an engagement ring—Johnson announced her newest off-court stat: relationship status official. Yes, you heard it right, the girl who helped Angel Reese power through to an NCAA championship is now scoring big in love.
Now, before you get too swept up in the lovey-dovey vibes, let’s rewind. Remember that dynamic LSU duo—Johnson and Angel Reese? Teammates, title-winners, practically inseparable? Well, it seems that the Johnson-Reese dynamic has… taken a timeout.
Reese, the Chicago Sky star and all-around force of nature, recently revealed on her podcast that while there’s still mutual respect between the two, their friendship has cough evolved. “We aren’t as close as we used to be,” Reese admitted. “There’s no bad blood, no drama—just life doing its thing.”
Now, isn’t that relatable? You win a national title with someone, tear up the SEC, and yet somehow life still manages to wedge its way in there with its pesky ‘distance’ and ‘growth’ nonsense. Cue the soft violin music. Reese may not be sending Flau’Jae postgame texts anymore, but hey, they’ve both moved on. Reese to the WNBA, and Flau’Jae… well, clearly into her new relationship.
Fans, of course, are all up in the comments, split between congratulating Johnson and wondering if Reese was invited to the engagement party—or maybe she’s just sending a virtual fist bump from the bench?
And let’s not forget, Johnson’s stardom isn’t just built on romance and roses. In that iconic 2023 national title game, where LSU obliterated Iowa (and poor Caitlin Clark’s soul), Johnson was one of five Tigers to hit double figures, earning her place as a cornerstone of the team. Not to mention her Rookie of the Year status, which pretty much confirmed she was more than just Angel Reese’s running mate.
So, while the Johnson-Reese friendship may have entered its load management phase, the two continue to shine in their own arenas. Reese, with her growing WNBA accolades, and Johnson, winning in love and life—and maybe still some pick-up games. But hey, when you’re Flau’Jae Johnson, scoring big on and off the court seems to be just another day at the office.
As for those wondering if Reese will comment on Johnson’s new relationship, we’ll probably just have to stay tuned to the podcast—because if anything, we know Reese isn’t shy about keeping it real.
