Broome was dominant against the Spartans and returned late in the second half after appearing to sustain a game-ending injury.
Michigan State basketball's season came to an end Sunday with a big loss to Auburn in the Elite Eight of March Madness.
Auburn is attempting to make it a clean sweep of 1-seeds reaching the Final Four, while Michigan State is trying to get there for the first time since 2019
After the first three tickets were punched for this week's Final Four, the final spot in the national semifinals will be filled Sunday with the last Elite Eight game between Auburn and Michigan State.
Izzo remains at one national title, captured way back in 2000 when a team led by Mateen Cleaves and Morris Peterson knocked off Florida of the SEC in the championship game in Indianapolis. That squad included a freshman star-in-the-making named Jason Richardson.
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Auburn Wire on MSNAuburn strikes down Michigan State Spartans in March Madness, advances to NCAA Final FourJohni Broome was absolutely sensational in Auburn's win over Michigan State. The forward scored 25 points to help the Tigers reach the Final Four.
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Auburn star Johni Broome left the game with an injured right arm after landing awkwardly in the NCAA Tournament.
Auburn defeated a talented Michigan team 78-65 in the Sweet 16 and had the edge in field goals, free throws, rebounds, and assists. The winner will go on to face Florida in the Final Four in San Antonio, Texas. Tickets: Buy tickets at Vivid Seats, SeatGeek, StubHub, and Ticketmaster. Use code MLIVE20 for $20 off Vivid Seats orders exceeding $200.
The second-seeded Michigan State Spartans face the top overall seed Auburn Tigers in the Elite 8 today. Find out how to watch for free.