Overview
- The victory moved Auburn to 12-7 overall and 3-3 in SEC play in Steven Pearl’s first season.
- Keyshawn Hall scored 19 points, Tahaad Pettiford had 17, and KeShawn Murphy delivered 16 points with 14 rebounds as Sebastian Williams-Adams added 10.
- Despite going 2-for-17 from three, Auburn sank a season-high 32 of 39 free throws, dominated the boards 42-26, and held a 38-8 advantage in paint points.
- Ole Miss saw a three-game winning streak end as AJ Storr scored 18 and Travis Perry and Pinkins contributed 15 apiece.
- After the Rebels closed to 66-63 late, Pettiford answered with a three-point play and a dunk to secure the game; Auburn visits No. 16 Florida on Saturday.