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Steven Pearl Wins Auburn Debut in Overtime as No. 20 Tigers Edge Bethune-Cookman 95–90

The near-miss highlighted a work-in-progress under a first-year coach with tougher opponents on deck.

Overview

  • A foul on Arterio Morris’ half-court heave with less than a second remaining led to three free throws that forced overtime.
  • Auburn held a decisive free-throw advantage, going 27-of-38 to Bethune-Cookman’s 8-of-9, in a game that saw 31 lead changes.
  • Bethune-Cookman hit 12-of-22 from three while Auburn went 6-of-23, underscoring perimeter defense and shooting concerns.
  • KeShawn Murphy contributed 17 points, eight rebounds and four assists off the bench despite dealing with a knee issue.
  • Auburn extended its nonconference winning streak to 61 games as Bethune-Cookman dropped to 0-29 all time against ranked teams.