Auburn Tops Texas 87-82 in SEC Matchup

The No. 2 Auburn Tigers are set to face the South Carolina Gamecocks, aiming to extend their eight-game winning streak against them, averaging a 19.6-point margin of victory. South Carolina, struggling with recent losses, will rely on standout Collin Murray-Boyles, who leads the team in scoring. In a recent match, Auburn secured an 87-82 victory against the Texas Longhorns, with Johni Broome leading the team with 20 points and 12 rebounds. Despite a significant comeback attempt from Texas, highlighted by Arthur Kaluma's 34 points, Auburn's depth and free throw efficiency ultimately clinched the win. Texas now sits at 0-2 in SEC play and is facing challenges adapting to the conference's competitiveness. Both teams are preparing for crucial matchups this Saturday, with Auburn looking to solidify its top ranking after Tennessee's recent loss.