Auburn's star player, Johni Broome, faced a harrowing moment during the Elite Eight showdown against Michigan State as he suffered a frightening injury in the second half. His awkward landing while chasing a loose ball resulted in a bent elbow that had fans gasping in concern.

Despite the pain, Broome quickly sought medical attention and underwent X-rays, which thankfully revealed no fractures. In a stunning display of determination, he made a triumphant return to the game, leading Auburn to a hard-fought 70-64 win and securing their spot in the Final Four against their conference rival, Florida.

During a postgame interview with CBS sideline reporter Tracy Wolfson, Broome confidently stated, "I will be [playing in the Final Four], but all glory to God." His willingness to take to the court again is a promising sign for the Tigers, who will undoubtedly benefit from Broome’s prowess on the floor.

Broome's performance was nothing short of spectacular — he finished with an impressive 25 points and 14 rebounds despite missing nearly 11 minutes of game play due to the injury. After returning, he quickly made his mark by snagging a one-handed rebound followed by a crucial three-pointer that ignited the crowd and renewed Auburn's momentum at a critical point in the game.

Throughout the game, concern for Broome's health lingered. Wolfson shared insights from the sidelines, noting the initial panic as Broome walked into the locker room for evaluation. "Obviously, there was a lot of fear as he walked into that locker room. I was told he went in for X-rays, those X-rays were negative, and as you see, he’s giving it a go," Wolfson reported.

The injury itself appeared to be quite severe, with Broome twisting his left ankle and hyper-extending his right elbow on the play. After a brief stay on the court, he walked off to confer with his team and family before heading to the locker room, leaving everyone anxious about his condition.

Fortunately, the resilient player made a quick comeback and was ready to impact the game's flow once again. As Auburn gears up for the Final Four, fans are left hopeful that Broome’s tenacity will carry them forward. His return could be pivotal as they strive for glory on the road to a championship title.

Stay tuned as we continue to follow Johni Broome and Auburn’s exciting journey in the tournament! Will they rise to the occasion? Only time will tell!