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76ers Make History, Draft Auburn's Johni Broome 35th

6/27/2025

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The Philadelphia 76ers made history by selecting Auburn's Johni Broome as the 35th pick in the 2025 NBA Draft, marking the first time an Auburn player has joined the team since the legendary Charles Barkley in 1984. A two-time All-American, Broome dazzled last season with an impressive average of 18.6 points and 10.8 rebounds, propelling Auburn to the Final Four.

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The Philadelphia 76ers made history by selecting Auburn's Johni Broome as the 35th pick in the 2025 NBA Draft, marking the first time an Auburn player has joined the team since the legendary Charles Barkley in 1984. A two-time All-American, Broome dazzled last season with an impressive average of 18.6 points and 10.8 rebounds, propelling Auburn to the Final Four.