LSU’s women’s basketball team made history in the NCAA tournament by setting a new record for the most points scored in the first half. The team played against Iowa and jumped to a 59-42 lead at halftime, thanks to a record-breaking 59 points, the most scored in a women’s final four in the first half.
Jasmine Carson Shines in Dominant First Half
LSU player Jasmine Carson was perfect in the first half of the game, scoring 21 points on 7/7 shooting. Her unexpected performance surprised fans and commentators. LSU’s blazing 58% shooting from the field and nine made three-pointers on 12 attempts contributed to their dominant performance in the first half.
Despite some iffy foul calls, LSU broke the NCAA record for most points scored in a first half, leaving Iowa trailing behind with only 42 points on the board.
Fans and Commentators Express Amazement for Flau’Jae Johnson’s Dual Careers
One of LSU’s standout players is Flau’Jae Johnson, who has made a name for herself not only as a basketball player but also as a rapper. At age 19, she is already signed with JayZ’s label Roc Nation for an NIL deal, making her the highest-earning NIL player on the court in the Women’s NCAA Tournament Final.
Flau’Jae, whose unique first name is inspired by her late father, is not just any rapper; she has already released multiple hits like “Can You Hear Me Now” and “Big 4,” showcasing her lyrical talents that often reference her father’s untimely death and other personal experiences.
Impressive Stats of Flau’Jae Johnson as Athlete and Rapper
On top of that, Flau’Jae is an extraordinary athlete who, like her teammates, helped lead LSU to a successful 33-2 record in Kim Mulkey’s second year as head coach. As a freshman guard for the LSU Tigers basketball team, Flau’Jae is averaging 11 points, 5.9 rebounds, 1.8 assists and 1.2 steals per game.
In addition to her career on the court and in the studio, Flau’Jae has also signed several NIL deals that make her the fourth-highest valued women’s basketball player with an annual value of $669,000, according to On3.
Flau’Jae Johnson Makes Waves with Roc Nation
Flau’Jae’s connection with Roc Nation has enabled her to use her platform as an athlete and a rapper to build a massive following for herself. With 17,489 monthly listeners on Spotify and over 144,000 YouTube subscribers, she has already established herself as one of the most promising young talents today.
Roc Nation represents Flau’Jae in a marketing capacity and helps her get additional NIL deals to monetize her talent. Her music is distributed on all streaming platforms by Roc Nation.
Final Thoughts:
The NCAA tournament has been full of surprises this year, with the LSU women’s basketball team making headlines for their historic performance in the first half against Iowa. But among its ranks is one standout player who has captured fans’ hearts both on and off the court – Flau’Jae Johnson. With a unique talent for both basketball and music, she is proving herself to be a rising star in both fields while also becoming one of the highest-earning NIL players in women’s basketball history.
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