Auburn's basketball journey is still alive and kicking.
In a gritty showdown that kept fans on the edge of their seats, the Auburn Tigers emerged victorious over Seattle U in the second round of the NIT Tournament. The game, played at Neville Arena on Sunday, March 22, wasn't exactly a masterpiece, but it got the job done with a 91-85 win that propels Auburn further into the tournament.
The contest was a nail-biter from the start, with both teams trading blows and no one able to pull ahead by more than four points in the early going. However, the Tigers found their rhythm about halfway through the first half, building a six-point lead that they expanded to 11 by halftime.
The second half mirrored the first, with Seattle U mounting a comeback that brought them within four points with just six seconds left on the clock. But Auburn's resilience shone through, and they managed to fend off the late surge to secure the win.
Key players for Auburn included Kevin Overton and Elyjah Freeman, who were offensive powerhouses with 23 and 19 points, respectively. Meanwhile, Keyshawn Hall was a force on the boards and in playmaking, leading the team with 15 rebounds and five assists.
Auburn's shooting stats were solid across the board: 50% from the field, 34.6% from beyond the arc, and 75% from the free-throw line.
Next up for the Tigers is a quarterfinal clash with Nevada, who themselves are coming off a 73-63 victory over the Liberty Flames. The exact date and time for this matchup are still to be announced, but Auburn fans have plenty to be excited about as their team keeps the dream alive in the NIT Tournament.