NCAA Tournament March Madness
#4 Auburn
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Projected seed: 2 (automatic qualifier)
Auburn's season was a testament to consistency, highlighted by signature wins and a few understandable missteps. They started out strong with notable victories, including a thrashing of Indiana and a controlled takedown of Virginia Tech. They stumbled on the road against a formidable Arkansas, which isn't a bad loss by any means, given the Razorbacks' knack for home-court advantage. Sweeping Mississippi State and toppling Alabama at home were high points that showcased their ability to handle pressure and win crucial games. The losses to Alabama and Tennessee were slight blemishes, as both rivals were fierce competitors this season, yet the Tigers managed to avenge their loss against the Crimson Tide later on. This indicates their capability for growth and adjustment throughout the season. Their run in their conference tournament, capped by a convincing win over a sturdy Florida squad, shows they are peaking at the right time, and this momentum, alongside their proven resilience, makes them a serious contender come tournament time. Their offensive firepower and ample defense are balanced enough for deep bracket potential, and their ability to bring their A-game against top competition could lead to a prosperous March.
| Date | Opponent | Ranking | Outcome |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11/7 | (N)Baylor | 17 | L88-82 |
| 11/10 | SE Louisiana | 309 | W86-71 |
| 11/16 | (N)Notre Dame | 124 | W83-59 |
| 11/17 | (N)St Bonaventure | 109 | W77-60 |
| 11/21 | Alabama A&M | 331 | W84-54 |
| 11/29 | Virginia Tech | 64 | W74-57 |
| 12/3 | @Appalachian St | 81 | L69-64 |
| 12/9 | (N)Indiana | 83 | W104-76 |
| 12/13 | (N)UNC Asheville | 156 | W87-62 |
| 12/17 | USC | 104 | W91-75 |
| 12/22 | Alabama St | 320 | W82-62 |
| 12/30 | Chattanooga | 138 | W101-66 |
| 1/2 | Penn | 220 | W88-68 |
| 1/6 | @Arkansas | 111 | W83-51 |
| 1/9 | Texas A&M | 27 | W66-55 |
| 1/13 | LSU | 100 | W93-78 |
| 1/17 | @Vanderbilt | 224 | W80-65 |
| 1/20 | Mississippi | 71 | W82-59 |
| 1/24 | @Alabama | 13 | L79-75 |
| 1/27 | @Mississippi St | 21 | L64-58 |
| 1/31 | Vanderbilt | 224 | W81-54 |
| 2/3 | @Mississippi | 71 | W91-77 |
| 2/7 | Alabama | 13 | W99-81 |
| 2/10 | @Florida | 18 | L81-65 |
| 2/14 | South Carolina | 16 | W101-61 |
| 2/17 | Kentucky | 15 | L70-59 |
| 2/24 | @Georgia | 99 | W97-76 |
| 2/28 | @Tennessee | 6 | L92-84 |
| 3/2 | Mississippi St | 21 | W78-63 |
| 3/5 | @Missouri | 176 | W101-74 |
| 3/9 | Georgia | 99 | W92-78 |
| 3/15 | (N)South Carolina | 16 | W86-55 |
| 3/16 | (N)Mississippi St | 21 | W73-66 |
| 3/17 | (N)Florida | 18 | W86-67 |