Summary
Flau'jae Johnson was picked 8th overall in the 2026 WNBA Draft by the Golden State Valkyries but was quickly traded to the Seattle Storm. Seattle Storm fans welcomed her warmly at the airport, showing excitement for their new player who had a successful college basketball career at LSU.
Key Facts
- Flau'jae Johnson was selected 8th overall in the 2026 WNBA Draft by the Golden State Valkyries.
- The Golden State Valkyries traded Johnson to the Seattle Storm right after the draft.
- Johnson was greeted by a large, enthusiastic crowd of Storm fans at Seattle airport.
- She arrived wearing a throwback Gary Payton SuperSonics jersey and expressed excitement for joining the Storm.
- Johnson previously starred at LSU and was a two-time AP All-American.
- She helped lead LSU to its first national championship in April 2023.
- Baton Rouge awarded her a key to the city earlier in 2026 as recognition for her achievements.
- Johnson appeared on "Good Morning America" and "SportsCenter" to talk about her draft experience and trade.
