Broome was going to be what he’s been for much of this historic season. A wounded warrior. Taped up and ready to wrap up Auburn’s second trip to the Final Four.

Often regarded as one of the greatest basketball players in Auburn history, Charles Barkley said Thursday that Johni Broome could be deserving of that distinction:

Charles Barkley is one of Auburn basketball's most iconic figures. But he is rooting for one of the team's current stars as the Tigers try to secure the elusive national title.