How Auburn’s loss to Duke affects its place in the KenPom rankings

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Dec 4, 2024; Durham, North Carolina, USA; Duke Blue Devils forward Cooper Flagg (2) controls the ball in front of Auburn Tigers center Johni Broome (4) during the first half at Cameron Indoor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Rob Kinnan-Imagn Images

One of college basketball’s hottest teams, the Auburn Tigers, were cooled off on Wednesday by falling 84-78 on the road to the Duke Blue Devils at Cameron Indoor Stadium.

Veteran senior Johni Broome and freshman Tahaad Pettiford each scored 20 points in the contest while Chad Baker-Mazara connected on all five free throw attempts on his way to a 17-point outing. In all, Auburn shot 45.3% from the field and scored 34 points in the paint.

The biggest difference between Auburn and Duke was trips to the free-throw line. Duke earned 27 free-throw opportunities, while Auburn gained 12. Duke also dominated the fastbreak category by scoring 16 points and holding Auburn to zero.

How did Auburn’s first loss of the season affect its place within the KenPom? Here is where Auburn stands in every major category following Wednesday’s action.

Overall: No. 1

Dec 4, 2024; Durham, North Carolina, USA; Duke Blue Devils guard Sion James (14) is fouled by Auburn Tigers center Johni Broome (4) during the second half at Cameron Indoor Stadium. The Blue Devils won 84-78. Mandatory Credit: Rob Kinnan-Imagn Images

Good news! Auburn remains the KenPom’s No. 1 team despite dropping a road contest to Duke, which entered Wednesday’s game at No. 5 in the KenPom. Due to their win, the Blue Devils rose two places to No. 3, which aids Auburn in the strength of schedule department. Tennessee, Alabama, and Florida join Auburn in the top 10 while Kentucky is just outside at No. 11.

Adjusted offensive efficiency: No. 1

DURHAM, NORTH CAROLINA – DECEMBER 4: Miles Kelly #13 of the Auburn Tigers reacts following a three-point basket against the Duke Blue Devils during the first half of the game at Cameron Indoor Stadium on December 4, 2024 in Durham, North Carolina. (Photo by Lance King/Getty…

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Author : Auburn Wire

Publish date : 2024-12-05 17:00:00

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