Auburn Basketball Shines Late in Season

Fans wonder if this team could have made a tournament run

Apr. 3, 2026 at 6:18am

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Auburn's basketball team delivered an impressive 88-66 victory over 4-seed Illinois State in their latest contest, leading some fans to wonder if this group could have made some noise in the NCAA Tournament if given the chance.

Why it matters

Auburn's late-season surge has left fans wondering what could have been, as the team showed it had the talent and chemistry to potentially make a deep tournament run before their season was cut short.

The details

The Tigers dominated Illinois State, showcasing the offensive firepower and defensive intensity that had been building throughout the season. Many fans believe this Auburn squad had the potential to be a Cinderella story in the NCAA Tournament if they had qualified.

  • Auburn played Illinois State on April 3, 2026.

The players

Steven Pearl

An Auburn basketball player who likely wished he could have seen his team compete in the NCAA Tournament.

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The takeaway

This late-season surge by Auburn's basketball team has left fans wondering what could have been, as the team showed it had the talent and chemistry to potentially make a deep tournament run before their season was cut short.