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AuburnHouston
Tahaad PettifordJohni BroomeBruce PearlL.j. CryerEmmanuel Sharp
- Who were the leading scorers for each team?
- L.J. Cryer and Emmanuel Sharp each scored 13 points for Houston, but the Cougars' bench struggled, only scoring 17 total points. Houston's balanced scoring attack wasn't enough to overcome Auburn's strong interior presence and perimeter shooting.
- What was a key moment that changed the momentum of the game?
- A key moment in the game was when Auburn responded to a deficit with back-to-back 3-pointers by Pettiford and Baker-Mazara, taking the lead and maintaining momentum for the rest of the game.
- What was the final score of the game between Auburn and Houston?
- Auburn defeated Houston 74-69, with Tahaad Pettiford leading Auburn's scoring with 21 points and Johni Broome contributing 20 points and 9 rebounds. The win improved Auburn's record to 2-0.
- What notable event occurred before the game involving the Auburn team?
- Prior to the game, Auburn's flight was grounded due to a fight between two players; however, coach Bruce Pearl did not comment on the incident post-game. The focus remained on Auburn's impressive victory.
- What was a significant statistical advantage that Auburn had over Houston?
- Auburn outscored Houston 36-28 in points in the paint, showcasing their dominance inside. This significant advantage highlighted the disparity in rebounding and post play between the two teams.