If Auburn wins its first national title, Johni Broome would become the program’s ‘greatest player,’ Charles Barkley says.
The top-seeded Auburn men’s basketball team defeated Alabama State in the opening round of the NCAA Division I men’s basketball tournament.
The Tigers then defeated Creighton in the second round on Saturday to advance to the Sweet 16. But before the SEC powerhouse’s run in March Madness tipped off, Auburn great Charles Barkley voiced his support for one of the team’s current stars.
Barkley, who is providing commentary during broadcasts of tournament games, believes Johni Broome would surpass him in Auburn lore if he can lead the Tigers to their first national championship.
« If he can finish the journey, I would say he’s (Broome) the greatest player in Auburn basketball history », Barkley said during Thursday’s telecast.
