Auburn secures win with last-second putback from Johni Broome
- Auburn overcame an 18-point deficit to win the game.
- Johni Broome scored 21 points and made the winning play in the final second.
- This victory advances Auburn to the semifinals of the tournament.
In Lahaina, Hawaii, on November 25, 2024, Auburn faced off against Iowa State in a Maui Invitational quarterfinal game. Despite trailing by as many as 18 points in the first half, Auburn rallied in the second half to secure an 83-81 victory. Johni Broome played a crucial role, scoring 21 points and grabbing 10 rebounds, including a game-winning putback with just one second left on the clock. Auburn's performance showcased their resilience, overcoming a 49-33 halftime deficit and executing an impressive 18-2 run. The key moment in the game came when the Tigers regained possession after Iowa State turned the ball over, allowing Broome to clinch the win with his tip-in of a missed layup. The victory improves Auburn's record to 5-0, while Iowa State falls to 3-1.