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Valkyries Draft Flau'jae Johnson, Trade to Seattle Storm

4/23/2026

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The Golden State Valkyries selected Flau'jae Johnson, a two-time All-American guard from LSU, with the eighth pick in the 2026 WNBA Draft on April 13, before trading her to the Seattle Storm.
Johnson, a Georgia native, loves Seattle.
Johnson will start her rookie season against the Valkyries on May 8.

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Story summary

The Golden State Valkyries selected Flau'jae Johnson, a two-time All-American guard from LSU, with the eighth pick in the 2026 WNBA Draft on April 13, before trading her to the Seattle Storm.
Johnson, a Georgia native, loves Seattle.
Johnson will start her rookie season against the Valkyries on May 8.