What was the final score between Auburn and Alabama?

The final score was Alabama 96, Auburn 84.

Who scored the most points for Auburn in the game?

Kevin Overton scored a game-high 24 points for Auburn, with 22 of those coming in the second half.

Where will Auburn play next?

Auburn will play in the SEC Tournament in Nashville, Tennessee, against Mississippi State.

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Auburn Falls to Alabama Despite Overton's Second-Half Surge

8 Mar

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Summary

Kevin Overton scored 22 second-half points for Auburn.
Alabama dominated paint scoring and offensive rebounds.
Auburn will face Mississippi State in the SEC Tournament.

Auburn Falls to Alabama Despite Overton's Second-Half Surge

Auburn concluded its regular season with a 96-84 loss to No. 16 Alabama. Kevin Overton led the Tigers with 24 points, but 22 of those came in the second half as Auburn trailed throughout the game. Alabama's strong inside presence was a key factor, outrebounding Auburn 42-28 and scoring 58 points in the paint compared to Auburn's 32.

Early turnovers plagued Auburn, allowing Alabama to build a significant lead from the outset. Despite holding Alabama below their typical 3-point success rate, the Tigers couldn't overcome the deficit. Auburn (16-15, 7-11) now heads to the SEC Tournament in Nashville, Tennessee, as the 12th seed.