“I’m getting coached by the Ice Cube”: LSU’s Flau'jae Johnson gives a shout out to BIG3 founder at 2024 Celebrity Games

LSU basketball star and rising rapper Flau'jae Johnson stole the spotlight at the 2024 BIG3 Celebrity Game in Boston on Aug. 18. The event, sponsored by Monster Energy, brought together a mix of celebrities and athletes for an exciting 3-on-3 basketball showdown.

Johnson lit up the BIG3 Championship Weekend with her performance. She also gave a special shout out to BIG3 founder Ice Cube, saying:

"I'm getting coached by Ice Cube... victory baby!"

She later shared her excitement on Instagram, posting fun snapshots and a video with the caption:

"Thank you, Coach @IceCube!! We Came Out On Top."

Gillie Da King secured his third MVP award, scoring 21 points and grabbing 7 rebounds. A memorable moment in the game featured The Bachelor’s Matt James connecting with Johnson for a smooth three-pointer.

Johnson, a key player in LSU's 2023 NCAA National Championship win, played alongside a star-studded roster that included Gillie & Wallo from the "Million Dollaz Worth of Game" podcast, actor Anthony Anderson, rapper French Montana, NFL Super Bowl champions Vernon Davis and Ty Law, streetball legend The Professor, comedian Michael Blackson and Detroit rapper Skilla Baby.

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The Money Game on Prime; spotlight on LSU stars including Flau'jae Johnson

Prime Video dropped the trailer for "The Money Game," and it’s already hyping LSU's athletics program. The series, which will air during the 2023-24 academic year, spotlights athletes such as gymnast Livvy Dunne, basketball stars Angel Reese and Flau'jae Johnson, and football player Jayden Daniels.

Dunne and Johnson are among the top athletes, with Dunne ranking second and Johnson 13th in On3's Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) projections. Reese, who gained a huge following during her time in Baton Rouge, also plays a big role in the series. Even though Daniels and Reese have graduated, Dunne and Johnson are still competing for the Tigers.

The show dives into the world of NIL deals, which allow college athletes to profit from their fame. Last season, Johnson was a key player in LSU's Women's Basketball team, helping them reach the Final Four alongside Reese.

The series, set to premiere on Sept. 10, also highlights Johnson's lucrative partnerships, including deals with Raising Cane’s and Campus Ink, where she earned payments for every limited edition LSU jersey sold.