
In a hard-fought battle, No. 1 Auburn managed to secure a 67-60 victory over Arkansas on Wednesday night. Johni Broome led the charge for the Tigers with an impressive double-double performance, contributing 16 points and 13 rebounds.
Despite coming off a significant win against Alabama, Auburn faced a tough challenge from Arkansas, who put up a strong fight throughout the game. Chad Baker-Mazara and Chaney Johnson also made notable contributions to Auburn's victory, scoring 15 and 14 points, respectively.
On the other side, Adou Thiero led the scoring for Arkansas with 16 points, followed closely by Johnell Davis with 14 points. However, Arkansas struggled to maintain their early offensive momentum, allowing Auburn to capitalize on their offensive lapses.






Both teams struggled from beyond the arc, combining for just seven made 3-pointers out of 43 attempts. Auburn, known for its sharpshooting, had an off night in terms of 3-point shooting, ball security, and rim protection.
Despite the challenges, Auburn managed to regain control in the crucial moments of the game. After falling behind by one point late in the game, the Tigers went on a decisive 6-0 run to secure the win.
Auburn's ability to capitalize on second-chance opportunities proved to be a key factor in their victory. With 16 second-chance points off 13 offensive rebounds, the Tigers outperformed Arkansas in this aspect of the game.
Looking ahead, Arkansas will face off against No. 15 Missouri in their next game, while Auburn will host Georgia in their upcoming matchup. Both teams will be looking to build on their performances and continue their pursuit of success in the Southeastern Conference.
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Sources: AP Top 25 College Basketball Poll and College Basketball News