Live Updates: Memphis vs. Auburn Basketball Score, Highlights, Viewing Guide
A thrilling exhibition game featured the Memphis Tigers and the Auburn Tigers at State Farm Arena in Atlanta. Each team was looking to bounce back from previous losses in their exhibition campaigns.
Memphis vs. Auburn Game Overview
On October 30, Memphis faced Auburn as part of their preseason schedule. Memphis aimed for redemption after a 99-75 loss to Arkansas on October 27. Auburn also sought improvement, having previously lost 97-95 in overtime to Oklahoma State on October 15.
- Memphis Key Player: Dug McDaniel led the Tigers with 19 points, 6 assists, 3 rebounds, and 3 steals.
- Auburn Key Player: Keyshawn Hall shined for Auburn with 26 points.
Coaching Changes
Auburn is now led by Steven Pearl, who took over the head coaching duties from his father, Bruce Pearl. Bruce Pearl, the all-time winningest coach in Auburn history, stepped down on September 22.
Game Highlights
As the game progressed, Memphis struggled in the opening minutes. With turnovers hampering their performance, they fell behind early. Sincere Parker was a bright spot for Memphis, managing to score 5 points amidst a series of early mistakes.
- Game Start: Auburn initiated the contest with a 9-0 run.
- Turnovers: Memphis committed 7 turnovers within the first 4 minutes.
Viewing Information
The exhibition game was scheduled to tip off at 7:30 p.m. CT, with a pro-Auburn crowd expected at the arena.
Upcoming Fixtures for Memphis
Looking ahead, here are some notable games on Memphis’s schedule:
| Date | Opponent | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Nov. 8 | San Francisco | 2 p.m. CT |
| Nov. 11 | at Ole Miss | 8 p.m. CT |
| Nov. 16 | vs. UNLV | 4 p.m. CT |
| Nov. 20 | vs. Purdue | 5 p.m. CT |
The Memphis basketball team is focusing on refining their skills as they prepare for the regular season, following the exhibition match against Auburn.
