Ohio State and No. 2 Auburn Set for Holiday Hoopsgiving Showdown

The Buckeyes aim for an upset against the Tigers in Atlanta, featuring standout players and contrasting styles.

Ohio State (6-3) faces No. 2 Auburn (9-1) in a neutral-site game at State Farm Arena as part of the Holiday Hoopsgiving showcase.
Auburn enters the game with an impressive non-conference record, highlighted by wins over top-ranked teams and a Maui Invitational championship.
Ohio State's Bruce Thornton leads the team with 16.2 points per game, while Auburn's Johni Broome averages 19.6 points and 11.9 rebounds, emerging as a National Player of the Year candidate.
The Buckeyes excel in 3-point shooting, ranking fourth nationally at 41.6%, while Auburn's defense has limited opponents to just six 3-pointers per game.
Tipoff is scheduled for 1 p.m. EST on ESPN2, with streaming options available through free trials on DirecTV Stream, FuboTV, and Sling TV.