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Auburn Tigers Set to Host Vanderbilt Commodores at Neville Arena

As the Auburn Tigers prepare to welcome the Vanderbilt Commodores to Neville Arena, fans can anticipate an exciting clash on the hardwood. The upcoming game, scheduled for February 1st, will showcase the Tigers' recent dominance in their home court.


Feb 18, 2023; Nashville, Tennessee, USA;   Vanderbilt Commodores guard Tyrin Lawrence (0) shoots the ball over Auburn Tigers forward Johni Broome (4) during the first half at Memorial Gymnasium.  Mandatory Credit: George Walker IV - USA TODAY Sports

Analyzing past performances, the Auburn Tigers have been on a winning streak, showcasing impressive offensive and defensive stats that should concern any opponent. In their last game against Alabama State Hornets at Neville Arena, they secured a comfortable victory with 82 points against 62. Their field goal percentage stood at a solid 46 percent while converting 81 percent from the free-throw line. The team also excelled in rebounding with a total of 41 rebounds and maintained an assist-to-turnover ratio of approximately 0.8.


Prior to that victory, they faced off against USC Trojans and once again came out on top with a score of 91-75. Their field goal percentage was slightly higher at around 48 percent and their free throw accuracy was consistent at approximately 78 percent. Notably, their assist-to-turnover ratio improved significantly to about 2.6.


Feb 18, 2023; Nashville, Tennessee, USA; Vanderbilt Commodores guard Ezra Manjon (5) makes the game-winning shot against Auburn Tigers center Dylan Cardwell (44) late in the second half at Memorial Gymnasium. Mandatory Credit: Christopher Hanewinckel-USA TODAY Sports

Even when playing away from home against UNC Asheville Bulldogs in Huntsville's Von Braun Center, the Tigers demonstrated their prowess by securing an impressive win with a scoreline of 87-62. They shot over half of their attempts successfully from inside the arc (63 percent) and maintained over half overall field goal percentage (53 percent). Their assists were noteworthy as well; they achieved nearly three assists for every turnover committed.


The venue has historically been favorable for Auburn; Neville Arena has witnessed strong performances from them consistently this season as evidenced by these statistics.


Feb 18, 2023; Nashville, Tennessee, USA;   Vanderbilt Commodores guard Tyrin Lawrence (0) dunks against Auburn Tigers during the second half at Memorial Gymnasium.  Mandatory Credit: George Walker IV - USA TODAY Sports

Fans can expect another thrilling performance as Auburn aims to continue its winning ways against Vanderbilt Commodores under the bright lights of Neville Arena on February first at two o'clock in the morning Eastern Time (ET). The game will be nationally broadcasted on ESPN2 channel number two hundred nine for those who wish to catch all live-action from anywhere across America.

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