Bruce Pearl Becomes Winningest Coach at Auburn

Bruce Pearl became Auburn's all-time winningest men's basketball coach with his 214th victory after the Tigers defeated Texas 87-82. Auburn's Johni Broome played a crucial role with 20 points and 12 rebounds, while Texas's Arthur Kaluma led all scorers with 34 points. Despite nearly squandering a 21-point lead, Auburn held on with critical free throws in the last seconds. This victory not only cements Pearl's legacy but also positions Auburn to potentially reach the No. 1 ranking, especially after Tennessee's loss to Florida. Pearl's tenure at Auburn has been marked by unprecedented success, including four SEC championships and a Final Four appearance. Auburn, currently 2-0 in SEC play, will face South Carolina next.