Overview

• Kim Mulkey announced that Flau’jae Johnson, LSU’s leading scorer, will sit out the SEC Tournament due to shin inflammation, prioritizing her recovery for the NCAA Tournament.
• Johnson’s absence has sparked frustration among fans, especially after LSU’s recent losses to Alabama and Ole Miss, with the latter erasing a 13-point halftime deficit to defeat the Tigers.
• Mulkey defended her decision, emphasizing the importance of Johnson’s long-term health and noting that LSU’s seeding for the NCAA Tournament would not be significantly affected by SEC Tournament results.
• Critics have pointed to LSU’s defensive struggles and lack of depth in the frontcourt as key issues, with fans expressing doubts about the team’s ability to make a deep postseason run.
• Despite the backlash, LSU remains a high-scoring team, ranking sixth nationally in points per game, though their defensive performance continues to be a concern heading into March Madness.