Auburn dominated the game, leading by as much as 33 points with seven minutes remaining, and improved their season record to 11-1.

The turning point came when Auburn regained control after a 15-all tie, ultimately going into halftime with a 41-26 lead.

Broome's strong performance followed his recent recognition as the AP men's college basketball player of the week, where he had recorded 21 points, 20 rebounds, six assists, and three blocks against Ohio State.

Broome expressed that making his first 3-pointer early in the game boosted his confidence and reassured him about his health.

Dr. Benton Emblom confirmed that Broome was fit to play and at no risk of further injury, allowing him to perform at his best.

Purdue's coach Matt Painter acknowledged Broome's talent, emphasizing the need for a double team to contain him.

C.J. Cox led Purdue with 16 points, but the team struggled at the free throw line, with Trey Kaufman-Renn adding 15 points and eight rebounds.

Purdue's record against ranked SEC teams this season fell to 2-2, as they shot 45% in the second half after a sluggish start.

Looking ahead, Purdue will face Tulane on December 29, 2024, while Auburn is set to host Monmouth on December 30, 2024.

Broome's shoulder injury had previously limited his play, raising concerns for both him and the team after he exited a game against Georgia State just two minutes in.

In a commanding performance, Johni Broome returned from a shoulder injury to score 23 points and grab 11 rebounds, leading No. 2 Auburn to an 87-69 victory over No. 16 Purdue on December 21, 2024.

Tahaad Pettiford and Denver Jones also made significant contributions, scoring 18 and 15 points respectively.