Auburn’s Johni Broome has been one of the most dominant forces in college basketball this season, anchoring the No. 1 seed Tigers with grit, skill, and a motor that doesn’t quit.
From highlight-reel dunks to clutch threes, Broome has done it all, but one question fans have been asking lately – especially after watching him navigate a tough Elite Eight injury is a simple one: Is Johni Broome left-handed? Let’s break it down.
Is Johni Broome Left-Handed?
Yes, Broome is a left-handed player, and his game shows it.
From the start of his college career to his time starring at Auburn, Broome’s left hand has been his primary weapon. He shoots, finishes around the rim, and controls the ball mostly with his left, and defenders around the SEC and beyond have learned the hard way that giving him space on that side is a big mistake.
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His smooth lefty jumper, particularly from the elbow and beyond the arc, has become a key part of Auburn’s offense. Even in clutch moments like his return from injury in the South Region Final against Michigan State, Broome didn’t hesitate to step up and bury a three-pointer with his left on his very first possession. That alone should erase any doubt.
Broome’s dominance as a left-handed big man gives Auburn a unique edge. In a world where most defenders are trained to guard right-handed tendencies, Broome flips the script. His ability to go left with force or finesse, whether through post moves, pick-and-pops, or transition offense – keeps opponents off-balance.
What makes him even more dangerous is his touch with both hands around the rim. Though clearly left-hand dominant, Broome has shown flashes of ambidexterity in the post, able to finish with his right when needed. Still, it’s that lethal left-handed hook and face-up jumper that gets the most work and the most buckets.
Head coach Bruce Pearl has consistently drawn up sets to let Broome attack from the left block, knowing his star can create chaos for any defense. And in March Madness, with the lights shining the brightest, a confident lefty like Broome becomes a nightmare matchup – especially for teams unfamiliar with his game.
What’s Next for Johni Broome and Auburn?
Broome’s injury scare against Michigan State briefly sent a jolt of panic through Auburn Nation, but the All-American forward returned to the court and helped secure a gritty 70-64 win.
While he’s not at 100%, his left arm is still very much in play, and that means Auburn is still in the hunt for a national title.
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With the Final Four looming and a showdown against Florida on deck, Broome’s health and his ability to keep that left-hand firing will be a major storyline. If he’s even close to full strength, opposing defenses better brace themselves.
Because whether it’s with a spin move, a pick-and-pop, or a dagger from deep, Broome’s left hand is coming for them.
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