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Auburn Tigers Clash with Alabama State Hornets in Neville Arena Basketball Showdown

As the Auburn Tigers prepare to host the Alabama State Hornets at Neville Arena, fans are buzzing with anticipation for what promises to be an electrifying game of basketball. The Tigers have been on a tear recently, and their performance suggests that they will continue to dominate on their home court.


Nov 18, 2022; Auburn, Alabama, USA;  Auburn Tigers guard K.D. Johnson (0) reacts after a play against the Texas Southern Tigers during the second half at Neville Arena. Mandatory Credit: John Reed-USA TODAY Sports

Looking at the past performances, it's clear that Auburn has been playing some high-octane basketball. On December 14th against UNC Asheville Bulldogs, they put up an impressive 87 points with a shooting accuracy of 53 percent from the field and an outstanding 80 percent from the free-throw line. Their ability to score in the paint was particularly notable, contributing 50 points to their total score.


The offensive prowess of Auburn was even more evident in their game on December 9th against Indiana Hoosiers where they scored a whopping 104 points. Their three-point shooting was nothing short of spectacular at nearly 50 percent accuracy. This kind of sharpshooting will be crucial when facing off against Alabama State.


However, it's not just about offense; defense plays a key role too. In their matchup on December 3rd versus Appalachian State Mountaineers, despite scoring only 64 points – lower than their average – they managed to grab an impressive number of rebounds (48), which included dominating offensive boards with 18 grabs.


The Hornets should not be underestimated though; any team can rise to the occasion on any given day. But if recent history is any indication, Auburn is poised for success in this upcoming contest. The combination of strong rebounding and efficient scoring makes them formidable opponents for anyone stepping into Neville Arena.


Fans should expect another dominant performance by Auburn as they look forward to extending their winning ways before heading into conference play where every victory counts even more significantly towards postseason aspirations.


Mark your calendars for December 22nd at Neville Arena where tip-off is scheduled for 8:00 PM local time (Eastern Time). For those unable to attend in person, you can catch all the action live via internet broadcast on SEC Network+. Don't miss out as the Tigers aim to roar past the Hornets in what's expected to be a thrilling encounter!

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