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Rookie Phenom Shatters Storm Records
22 Sep
Summary
- Johnson set new rookie records surpassing legends.
- She scored 29 points with six rebounds, six assists, four steals.
- Johnson and Malonga are building a promising young core.
Flau'jae Johnson's rookie season continues to etch her name into the Seattle Storm's record books, surpassing benchmarks set by WNBA legends Sue Bird, Lauren Jackson, and Breanna Stewart.
In a recent game against the Las Vegas Aces, Johnson recorded 29 points, six rebounds, six assists, and four steals. Her season totals now include 57 steals and 60 three-pointers, placing her alongside some of the Storm's most storied players.
Beyond the individual accolades, Johnson is a significant part of the Storm's developing young core. She is averaging 14.8 points, 4.8 rebounds, 2.9 assists, and 1.4 steals per game. She expressed confidence in her future partnership with 20-year-old center Dominique Malonga, comparing their potential to that of A'ja Wilson and Jackie Young.
The rookie's impressive season has also garnered attention from the wider basketball community, with NBA legend Isaiah Thomas and Toronto Tempo forward Aneesah Morrow showing support.
