Flau’jae Johnson’s mother, Kia Brooks, posted a special message of thanks to her daughter on Instagram on Monday. She expressed her gratitude for Johnson’s talents, gifts and the path she has taken.

“Dear God, as I gaze upon this beautiful photo of my daughter, I am filled with gratitude for the extraordinary gifts and talents You have blessed her with. Her path in life has been extraordinary, and I have no doubt that she is destined for great things. After achieving success beyond achievement, her purpose is to inspire and uplift others so they can pursue their dreams.

“No matter what challenges life presented, I am grateful for every step she took, whether big or small, difficult or easy. Each experience shaped her character and instilled dignity and pride.

“Tonight, as she faces another game, I humbly ask that you protect my daughter and her teammates. Protect them and fill them with strength, courage, and determination. In your name, I pray, Amen. From A lot of love and prayers out there mama 🙏🏾 #Flaujae #Big4 #Hooper #Rapper #NationalChampion #ImSoProudOfyou #TheTigers #Resilience #KeepGoing #ContinueToBeImpactuful #YouRock #MyGirl #AMothersPrayer #PrayOverYourChildren 🥰💪🏾💜💛🏀🎤🪄”

In the photo, Flau’jae Johnson, whose NIL is worth $1.5 million according to On3, is wearing diamond earrings in the shape of the number 4, which is her jersey number.

Flau’jae Johnson and LSU rise in AP poll

Flagger Johnson and Louisiana State University Tigers Back in the top five in Monday’s latest AP Top 25 poll.

The top four teams remain the same, with No. 1 UCLA (16-0), No. 2 South Carolina (16-1), No. 3 Notre Dame (14-2) and No. 4 USC (16-1). LSU defeated then-No. 1 LSU 89-87 to improve its record to 18-0 and move into fifth place. 16 Tennessee, Thursday.

It marks a return to near-peak levels for Kim Mulkey’s Tigers, who were as high as fourth earlier this season. University of Connecticut (15-2) also moved up to No. 6, while Texas (16-2) slipped to No. 7 after losing to South Carolina in SEC play. The remaining teams in the top 10 include Maryland (15-1), Ohio State (16-0) and TCU (17-1).

Minnesota and Oklahoma State join the rankings this week, tied at No. 24, while Iowa State and Michigan State fall out of the top 25.

The rest of the AP top 25:

11. Kansas State (17-1)

12. Kentucky (15-1)

13. Oklahoma State (14-3)

14. North Carolina (15-3)

15. Tennessee (14-2)

16. Duke (16-4)

17. Georgia Tech (15-2)

18. Carl (16-2)

19. Alabama (16-2)

20. West Virginia (13-3)

21. North Carolina (12-4)

22. Michigan State (13-3)

23. Utah (13-3)

24. Minnesota (16-1)

24. Oklahoma State (14-2)