Auburn's Keyshawn Hall Out Indefinitely Due to Disciplinary Issues

Tigers' leading scorer benched for loss to Arkansas after missing time against Vanderbilt

Published on Feb. 15, 2026

Auburn Tigers forward Keyshawn Hall did not play in the loss to Arkansas after being benched against Vanderbilt. Head coach Steven Pearl said Hall is "out indefinitely" due to disciplinary reasons, though the specific issues were not disclosed. This is the latest in a string of disciplinary problems Pearl has faced in his first season leading the program.

Why it matters

Hall's absence is a significant blow to the Tigers, as he leads the team in scoring at 20.7 points per game and is second in rebounds. The disciplinary issues have contributed to Auburn's struggles, as the team has lost four straight games and sits at 5-7 in SEC play.

The details

Pearl revealed that Hall "did not live up to the standard and expectations of our program this week" and that the issue has been "addressed." Hall was benched for the final 12:38 of the Vanderbilt game, which Pearl called a "coach's decision." The coach said Hall had the "right response" in practice this week, but his status remains uncertain.

  • On February 15, 2026, Auburn lost to Arkansas 88-75.
  • On February 11, 2026, Hall was benched for the final 12:38 of the Vanderbilt game.

The players

Keyshawn Hall

Auburn Tigers forward who leads the team in scoring at 20.7 points per game and is second in rebounds.

Steven Pearl

Head coach of the Auburn Tigers basketball team.

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What they’re saying

“Key did not live up to the standard and expectations of our program this week. It's been addressed, right now, moving forward.”

— Steven Pearl, Head Coach (Auburn Sports Network)

“We're hoping this isn't something that has to drag out longer than it needs to.”

— Steven Pearl, Head Coach (Auburn Sports Network)

What’s next

The judge in the case will decide on Tuesday whether or not to allow Walker Reed Quinn out on bail.

The takeaway

This case highlights growing concerns in the community about repeat offenders released on bail, raising questions about bail reform, public safety on SF streets, and if any special laws to govern autonomous vehicles in residential and commercial areas.