Auburn Tops South Carolina 66-63 in SEC Action

No. 2 Auburn overcame a significant injury to star player Johni Broome, securing a narrow 66-63 victory against South Carolina. Broome suffered a 'significant sprain' to his left ankle and did not return after just 24 minutes of play, raising concerns about his future availability. Despite trailing at halftime, Auburn rallied in the second half, with Tahaad Pettiford contributing key plays, including a go-ahead dunk assist and two crucial free throws in the final seconds. Auburn's defense tightened late in the game, shutting out South Carolina during the last six field goal attempts. Coach Bruce Pearl praised the team's resilience in the face of adversity, highlighting the need for players to step up in Broome's absence. The win positions Auburn for a potential rise to the No. 1 ranking in the national polls, pending further results in the SEC.