Auburn fell 84-74 to Missouri in a tough matchup at Mizzou Arena. Despite placing four scorers in double figures, Auburn's struggles with turnovers and poor 3-point shooting (1-for-10 from players other than Overton and Freeman) hindered their performance. Coach Steven Pearl emphasized the need for improved mindset and leadership, especially in the second half, where the team allowed uncontested layups and free throws. Auburn managed to cut the lead to six late in the game but ultimately fell short as Missouri maintained its unbeaten home record.

By the Numbers
  • Auburn made only 6 three-pointers on 21 attempts, with Overton and Freeman accounting for five.
  • Missouri hit 9 three-pointers and improved to 11-0 at home with this victory.
Yes, But

While Auburn's offense showed promise with multiple players scoring in double digits, the lack of defensive consistency and inability to capitalize on scoring opportunities ultimately led to their defeat.

State of Play
  • Auburn is now 10-7 overall and 1-3 in conference play.
  • The team will host South Carolina next, aiming to bounce back from this loss.
What's Next

Auburn needs to focus on improving its defense and turnover management ahead of their upcoming game against South Carolina. The team will also look for stronger leadership to transform their gameplay.

Bottom Line

The game highlighted Auburn's need for better execution and discipline, especially under pressure, to capitalize on potential and secure victories as they move forward in the season.