Auburn Faces Creighton in March Madness Second Round

Auburn basketball faces Creighton in a crucial Round of 32 matchup in the NCAA Tournament, with the Tigers aiming to reach the Sweet Sixteen for the first time since 2019. Auburn, the No. 1 seed, advanced by defeating Alabama State, while Creighton, the No. 9 seed, impressed with a win over Louisville. Historically, the two teams are tied 1-1 in their all-time series, with their last encounter in 2000 resulting in an Auburn victory. Key players include Auburn's Johni Broome and Creighton's Ryan Kalkbrenner, who both bring significant skills to the court. Analysts note that while Auburn boasts a strong defense, they must improve their performance after a lackluster first-round showing. The winner will face either Texas A&M or Michigan in the next round.