Auburn men’s basketball did not secure a game-changing victory last week like they did in the previous week, but the Tigers still managed to maintain their strong position in the AP Poll. Despite not having a monumental win, Auburn saw an increase in their ranking, moving up one spot to No. 4. The Tigers played only a single game last week, defeating Kent State with a commanding 79-56 score. While this was a solid win, it didn’t result in as drastic a jump in the rankings as their previous victory over Houston, which had propelled them from No. 11 to No. 5 in the poll.
Kansas, UConn, and Gonzaga continue to be ranked ahead of Auburn, but the Tigers are still holding on to the top spot in KenPom’s efficiency rankings, which reflect their overall performance and metrics beyond the traditional rankings. This consistency in performance is a positive sign for Auburn as they prepare for their upcoming challenges.
Looking ahead, Auburn’s schedule remains relatively light this week, with just one game before they head to Hawaii for the Maui Invitational. Their next game will take place on Monday night against North Alabama, with tipoff scheduled for 8 p.m. After that, they will focus on the prestigious Maui Invitational, where they will face tough competition, but for now, the Tigers are focused on maintaining their strong form and continuing to build momentum for the rest of the season.
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