Flau’jae Johnson is making moves both on the court and in the music industry. The LSU Tigers guard might have the WNBA Draft on her mind, but she’s also focused on making a difference in her community.
Johnson has teamed up with multinational data broker and credit reporting company Experian to help relieve $5 million in consumer debt for Louisiana families. Fans are in awe of the young star’s efforts.
Flau’jae Johnson Wins Over Fans by Helping Erase $5 Million in Consumer Debt
According to the U.S. Census Bureau, Louisiana has one of the highest poverty rates in the country. In partnership with Johnson, Experian helped cancel $5 million in consumer debt — one of the fastest-growing debt sectors — for 5,000 families in Louisiana.
The news was shared on Instagram, highlighting the 21-year-old’s impact.
“Flau’jae making a huge difference on and off the court. Rising LSU Tigers star Flau’jae Johnson is joining forces with Experian to help clear $5 million of debt for families in Louisiana,” the post read.
Fans flooded the comments, praising Johnson’s efforts.
“College athletes doing more than most billionaires,” one fan wrote.
“Doing what elected officials are supposed to do—HELP THE COMMUNITY. Hats off #Queen,” another added.
“She’s doing more than the government for her city! Awesome job!!!” a third fan replied.
“LSU, this is who you build a statue of,” another fan commented.
“The 1% could do that and still be the 1%,” one person added.
“Elected officials should be doing this,” another fan said.
Beyond the initial $5 million, Experian has pledged an additional $100,000 for each LSU Tigers win in March, up to $500,000.
Johnson Opens Up About the WNBA Draft
Johnson will turn 22 this November, making her eligible for the 2025 WNBA Draft. On her podcast, “Best of Both Worlds with Flau’jae,” she addressed her decision-making process about going pro.
“After heavy consideration and just talking with my team, my family, and everybody just involved in my athletic career, I want to let y’all know that I will be … I’m just playing,” she said.
“If you don’t know, I am eligible for the [WNBA] Draft this year. So, I’m kind of just letting God guide me. Whenever I feel that push or [feel that] it’s time, then it’s time … But nah, I really don’t know. I’m just hooping right now.”
Fans would love to see Johnson in the WNBA, but her lucrative NIL deal and the upcoming CBA negotiations could make staying in college for another year an attractive option.
