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Auburn Tigers Defeat Mississippi State in SEC Tournament
Auburn surges past Mississippi State to advance in Nashville tournament
Mar. 11, 2026 at 9:20pm
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The Auburn Tigers men's basketball team defeated the Mississippi State Bulldogs on Wednesday afternoon in the SEC Tournament in Nashville, Tennessee. The win keeps Auburn's tournament hopes alive as they advance to play the Tennessee Volunteers next.
Why it matters
The SEC Tournament is a high-stakes event that determines which teams from the conference will advance to the NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Tournament. Auburn's victory over Mississippi State was crucial to keeping their season alive and maintaining a chance to earn an NCAA Tournament bid.
The details
Auburn overcame an early deficit to surge past Mississippi State in the second half and secure the victory. The Tigers' strong defensive effort and timely scoring plays were key factors in the win.
- The game took place on Wednesday, March 11, 2026 in Nashville, Tennessee.
The players
Auburn Tigers
The men's basketball team from Auburn University, a public research university located in Auburn, Alabama.
Mississippi State Bulldogs
The men's basketball team from Mississippi State University, a public research university located in Starkville, Mississippi.
Tennessee Volunteers
The men's basketball team from the University of Tennessee, a public research university located in Knoxville, Tennessee.
What they’re saying
“This was a huge win for our team. We knew we had to come out strong in the second half to have a chance, and the guys really stepped up.”
— Bruce Pearl, Head Coach, Auburn Tigers
What’s next
Auburn will now face the Tennessee Volunteers in the next round of the SEC Tournament on Friday, March 13, 2026.
The takeaway
Auburn's victory over Mississippi State keeps their NCAA Tournament hopes alive, setting up a high-stakes matchup with the Tennessee Volunteers in the next round of the SEC Tournament.
