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Auburn's Johni Broome Declares Full Fitness Ahead of Final Four Clash with Florida

Star forward Johni Broome, recovering from an elbow injury sustained in the Elite Eight, has returned to practice pain-free and will play without limitations in Saturday's NCAA semifinal.

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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.