iturn0image1On February 19, 2025, the Auburn Tigers secured a 67–60 victory over the Arkansas Razorbacks in a Southeastern Conference showdown at Neville Arena in Auburn, Alabama. Despite struggling offensively, Auburn relied on strong defense and timely scoring to clinch the win.
Key Contributors
- Johni Broome led the Tigers with a double-double performance, recording 16 points and 13 rebounds. His pivotal tip-in in the final minutes helped Auburn regain the lead. citeturn0news19
- Chad Baker-Mazara contributed 15 points, including crucial free throws down the stretch, while Chaney Johnson added 14 points. citeturn0news19
- Denver Jones also played a significant role, providing key free throws in the closing moments to secure the win. citeturn0news19
Razorbacks’ Effort
Arkansas, led by Adou Thiero with 16 points and Johnell Davis, who contributed 14 points and three steals, fought valiantly but fell short in the final minutes. The Razorbacks trailed by just one point with 3:06 remaining before Auburn’s decisive 10–2 run sealed the game. citeturn0news19
Game Summary
The Tigers overcame a challenging shooting night, hitting only 4 of 24 from beyond the arc, by dominating the boards with a 42–29 rebounding advantage. Auburn’s defense and execution in the final minutes proved decisive in maintaining their status as the nation’s top-ranked team. citeturn0news19
For a detailed game recap, you can visit the Auburn Athletics website or view the post-game analysis below:
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