$1.5M NIL-valued Flau'jae Johnson's mom Kia shares snippets of "Arkansas love" from fans

Flau’jae Johnson’s mom Kia Brooks, shared a heartwarming Instagram story on Saturday showcasing the love and support Flau’jae receives from fans, even in opposing arenas. The image showed Flau’jae smiling alongside a fan in Bud Walton Arena, emphasizing the widespread admiration of the LSU guard.

The snapshot highlighted a special moment between the rising athlete, with an NIL valuation worth $1.5 million(as per On3) and a fan following No 6-ranked LSU Tigers’ 98-64 win against the Arkansas Razorbacks.

“Arkansas love 💜💛,” the caption said.

A fan posing with Flau'jae Johnson after LSU's win over Arkansas

Despite being in a competitive SEC environment, the atmosphere of mutual respect and admiration was evident.

Kia Brooks, an ever-present figure of support in Flau’jae’s journey, often shares insights into her daughter’s life.

The embrace of “Arkansas love” is a confirmation of Flau’jae Johnson’s growing legacy. Her ability to connect with audiences, even outside her home fan base, highlights her widespread appeal.

Flau’jae Johnson reflects on Kim Mulkey’s coaching philosophy with LSU

Flau’jae Johnson, one of LSU’s standout players, shared insights into the coaching style of Kim Mulkey.

In her candid reflection in an interview on "The Pivot Podcast", Johnson described Mulkey as “intense,” emphasizing the high standards and relentless drive that have become essential to LSU’s success.

“Coach Mulkey is intense. She expects the best from you every day,” Johnson shared. “You can't have a bad practice. That's what she always says. They don't mean missing shots or turnovers; they mean attitude and effort.”

Kim Mulkey has fostered a consistent commitment to excellence, something Flau’jae Johnson acknowledged isn’t always easy to maintain.

“Every day, you give 110%, and it's hard to do that,” Johnson said. “But I guess that's the formula for what we did.”

That “formula” has undeniably paid off, with LSU achieving remarkable success, including their national championship victory in 2023.

As the LSU Tigers continue its quest for another national champion, the lessons imparted by Mulkey and embraced by her players will undoubtedly remain a driving force. For Johnson and her teammates, the “110% every day” mantra isn’t just a requirement, it’s a mindset that fuels their pursuit of greatness.