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Flau’jae Johnson’s LSU Career Ends in Buzzer-Beater Loss to Duke

LSU senior star Flau’jae Johnson saw her college career end in heartbreak as Ashlon Jackson hit a game-winning buzzer-beater three-pointer to beat the Tigers 87-85.

Ashlon Jackson dribbled away from Flau’jae Johnson and sank a rim-rattling 3-pointer at the final buzzer to eliminate LSU from the NCAA Tournament. As Duke celebrated its thrilling 87-85 victory, Johnson walked toward the LSU bench in disbelief, burying her face in her hands.

The heartbreaking loss marked the end of a legendary run for Johnson, a McDonald's All-American and national champion. The senior guard, expected to be a top-five WNBA draft pick, expressed regret for the result but thanked the program for everything it gave her.