Kim Mulkey Faces Backlash Over Decision to Rest LSU Star Flau’jae Johnson

LSU’s head coach opts to sideline Johnson for the SEC Tournament to prioritize her recovery, drawing criticism from fans as the team struggles without her.

• 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.

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