Storm GM Ecstatic Over Flau’jae Johnson Trade

4 months ago

Storm GM Ecstatic Over Flau’jae Johnson Trade

"The opportunity to add Flau'jae was really exciting and incredible for us," Storm GM Talisa Rhea said. "e didn't think that she would be available at that point." However, as the pick got closer, and the deal became concrete Rhea was excited. She's excited for how Flau'jae fits the Storm's play style and trajectory, for now and the future.

By Pranay Mukherjee

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