Flau’Jae Johnson, one of LSU’s brightest basketball stars, is once again at the center of controversy — this time for publicly rejecting the school’s rumored plan to honor conservative figure Charlie Kirk with a statue. Her comment, which quickly made rounds online, drew mixed reactions from WNBA fans and political followers alike.
“LSU women’s basketball star Flau’jae Johnson made it clear this week … she does not want a statue honoring Charlie Kirk on her school’s campus,” reported @TMZ.
LSU women’s basketball star Flau’jae Johnson made it clear this week … she does not want a statue honoring Charlie Kirk on her school’s campus.
Read more: https://t.co/stbfZ0fV6i pic.twitter.com/ew9URMYwfi
— TMZ (@TMZ) October 29, 2025
While many supported her right to voice her opinion, others were far less forgiving.
“But she wouldn’t have an issue with it if it were George Floyd,” said @FollowaBrotha, accusing Johnson of hypocrisy. The comment reflected a wider divide among WNBA fans who often debate how athletes use their platforms — and when it becomes too political.
Another user, @MadMaximus0420, threw shade by sarcastically writing, “Women’s basketball star Flau’jae Johnson?” suggesting that her fame comes more from controversy than from basketball itself.
Johnson isn’t just a basketball player; she’s also a rapper and public figure who knows how quickly words can go viral. Whether one agrees with her or not, her voice has reach — and that power, as the reaction proves, cuts both ways. In the end, the WNBA fans will be treated to another online spectacle.
Flau’Jae Johnson Turns Off Comments As WNBA Fans Call Out Her Controversial Take
After her remarks about LSU potentially putting up a Charlie Kirk statue went viral, Flau’Jae Johnson took another step that caught WNBA fans’ attention — she turned off her comments. And that move only made the online discussion louder.
“OF COURSE SHE TURNED OFF COMMENTS,” wrote @JohnMcCloy, echoing what many assumed was an attempt to dodge the backlash. The singer-athlete had faced an intense wave of criticism within hours of her post, including some comments that went far beyond disagreement.
🔥OF COURSE SHE TURNED OFF COMMENTS. LSU Basketball player Flau’jae Johnson who doesn’t want a Charlie Kirk Statue built on LSU because she claims he’s a racist. She likes to rap in her spare time, she stated a fight by pushing her opponent after pulling on her AND THEN her… pic.twitter.com/knh3wqy2jN
— Johnny St.Pete (@JohnMcCloy) October 29, 2025
“Hey, I don’t wanna be disrespectful but if your name is Flau’Jae, probably not inclined to take you very seriously,” said @Alwaysinpain305.
Another post by @JamesWillson86 read, “@Flaujae you could’ve simply not said anything and the majority of us would’ve never known that you were retarded.”
Those kinds of messages turned what began as a debate about free speech and school values into a full-on online brawl. While many condemned the hate-filled remarks, others said the criticism reflected how divided public spaces have become when politics enters sports.
WNBA fans, in particular, are split. Whether Flau’Jae Johnson learns from the backlash or stands firm, one thing’s clear: her voice gets attention. And in today’s culture, where social media shapes much of an athlete’s image, attention — good or bad — can define what comes next.
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Sabel has been working as a field reporter for People’s Television Network (PTV), mainly about the Philippine Basketball Association since 2016 and has been elevated to Executive Producer for sports in 2022. Aside from being on top of the Philippine sports scene, she is also a running enthusiast. You can also follow her on X at @SabelReyes2 and Instagram at @msabelreyes.
