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Kia Brooks Defends Flau'jae Johnson After Tough Loss

2/20/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Kia Brooks defended Flau'jae Johnson, LSU guard, in an Instagram Live after LSU's 79-72 loss to South Carolina.
Brooks claimed Johnson is "beating South Carolina in real life" despite the 18-game skid.
She noted Johnson's top-five WNBA draft potential and her off-court ventures, saying she is "set for life."
Brooks asserted Flau'ja Johnson is the best player on the court.

History

Historical Context

The NCAA Women's Basketball Championship began in 1982, transitioning from the AIAW's earlier tournaments. Louisiana Tech won the inaugural title, defeating Cheyney State 76-62, with Janice Lawrence named Most Outstanding Player. This pivotal moment spurred a 400% increase in women's basketball participation over the next decade, laying the groundwork for future stars like Flau'jae Johnson and the ongoing support from mentors like Kia Brooks.

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Story summary

Kia Brooks defended Flau'jae Johnson, LSU guard, in an Instagram Live after LSU's 79-72 loss to South Carolina.
Brooks claimed Johnson is "beating South Carolina in real life" despite the 18-game skid.
She noted Johnson's top-five WNBA draft potential and her off-court ventures, saying she is "set for life."
Brooks asserted Flau'ja Johnson is the best player on the court.

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