The Auburn Tigers have made it to the Final Four of the NCAA, and they know they have the talent to go even further. A concerning injury to Johni Broome didn’t stop the team from staying focused against the Michigan State Spartans, and after a solid 70-64 victory, they secured a spot in the Final Four of March Madness.
Broome is a natural leader for this team, and he demonstrates it not only with his numbers after the games but also with his attitude during the games. In the second quarter, during a block attempt, the talented player fell to the floor, seriously injuring not only his elbow but also one of his knees.
Amid the concern of everyone in the stadium, the center left to undergo tests, which came back negative for a serious injury. His return was immediate, and despite the pain from the hit, Broome quickly responded with a three-pointer.
“It was a scary moment but my team had my back… I came back. Whatever it takes to help my team win,” the Tigers star stated once the game concluded via @CBSSports.
Broome led Auburn to within one step of the final, after a superb performance that ended with 25 points and 14 rebounds. If he maintains this level, his next opponent will definitely need to be on high alert for what’s to come.
Bruce Pearl praised Broome’s performance
Bruce Pearl is the mastermind behind this great team that is just two games away from becoming champions in College Basketball. The head coach knows he has a great talent in Broome and made sure to make it clear after the victory against the Spartans.
“You talk about delivering again at the biggest moments,” Auburn coach Bruce Pearl said of Broome via CBS Sports. Additionally, he reflected on the injury suffered during the game: “I bet he’ll be sore tomorrow.”
Finally, the head coach addressed the upcoming game, where they will face the Florida Gators in what will undoubtedly be a tough matchup: “Unfortunately there will only be one SEC team playing for the national championship.”
What’s next for the Tigers?
Next Saturday, April 5th, at The Alamodome in San Antonio, Texas, the Auburn Tigers will be looking for a spot in the National Championship final as they face the other No. 1 seed, the Florida Gators.
On the other side of the bracket, the other finalist will be determined by the winner of the game between the Houston Cougars and the Duke Blue Devils, both also top seeds in their respective regions.
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