Auburn Faces Creighton in NCAA Second Round Amid Concerns Over Performance

Top-seeded Auburn aims to address first-round flaws as they prepare to face disciplined Creighton for a Sweet 16 berth.

Auburn struggled with free-throw shooting and turnovers in their first-round win over Alabama State, raising concerns for head coach Bruce Pearl.
Creighton enters the matchup with momentum after an upset victory over Louisville, led by standout performances from Jamiya Neal and Ryan Kalkbrenner.
The game highlights a key battle between Auburn’s Johni Broome, a double-double machine, and Creighton’s Ryan Kalkbrenner, a four-time Big East Defensive Player of the Year.
Bruce Pearl has called on Auburn fans to create a supportive atmosphere at Rupp Arena, emphasizing the importance of crowd energy in the matchup.
Both teams rely on disciplined play and strong performances from their big men, reflecting the unpredictable nature of March Madness.