Overview
- Johni Broome, Auburn's SEC Player of the Year, confirmed he is fully recovered from an elbow injury and ready to play in the Final Four against Florida.
- The injury, sustained during Auburn's Elite Eight victory over Michigan State, required rehabilitation but showed no major damage on X-rays, allowing Broome to return to that game.
- Broome practiced for the first time on Thursday since the injury, testing the elbow in physical drills and reporting no pain or limitations.
- Auburn coach Bruce Pearl emphasized Broome's importance, noting his standout performances throughout the tournament, including being named Most Outstanding Player of the South Region.
- Florida's Alex Condon, expected to match up with Broome, is also managing an injury, recovering from a right ankle issue but anticipating full participation in Saturday's game.