Alabama Basketball 2024-25 Opponent Preview: Auburn Tigers

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After months full of talking about the hypothetical matchup, the time has now officially come for episode No. 1 of the 2024-25 “IBOB,” or the “Iron Bowl of Basketball,” between two of the nation’s premier college basketball programs, as well as in-state rivals, the Alabama Crimson Tide and Auburn Tigers.

Taking a look at Auburn in particular however, most Alabama fans likely know just how good the Tigers have been so far this season, but in the event that some don’t, it’s not hard to see why.

Not only does Auburn have a stellar record, but the Tigers, similar to Alabama, have been ranked among the nation’s top teams throughout the season, and have a deep and talented roster that is led by one of college basketball’s top players, just like the Crimson Tide.

Let’s take a deeper look at the Tigers, and list a few things that you need to know about Auburn ahead of their trip to Tuscaloosa this Saturday.

Auburn Basketball 2024-25 Team Overview

Team Name: Auburn Tigers

Conference: SEC

Arena: Neville Arena, Auburn, Alabama

2024-25 Record: 22-2 overall (10-1 in SEC)

Ranking: No. 1 in AP Poll, No. 2 in Coaches Poll

The Auburn Tigers come into Saturday’s game sitting at 22-2 overall as the No. 1 ranked team nationally in the AP Poll, as well as 10-1 in SEC play. Auburn’s record in SEC play is currently tied for first in the conference’s standings with Alabama, and also trail only the Crimson Tide for the No. 1 ranking in the Coaches Poll.

Auburn Basketball 2024-25 Coaching Staff

Head Coach: Bruce Pearl

Associate Head Coach/Defensive Coordinator: Steven Pearl

Assistant Coach: Ira Bowman

Assistant Coach: Corey Williams

Assistant Coach: Chad Prewett

Assistant Coach/Offensive Coordinator: Mike Burgomaster

Leading the Tigers program is long-time head coach Bruce Pearl, who is in the middle of season No. 11 at Auburn where he owns a combined 236-121 overall record. Pearl has led Auburn to the NCAA Tournament each of the last three seasons, but have not made it past the Round of 32 since their Final Four…

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Author : Roll Tide Wire

Publish date : 2025-02-14 15:01:00

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