Auburn defeats Queens 106-65
Auburn Dominates Queens in Statement Win
In a resounding display of dominance, the Auburn Tigers cruised to a 106-65 victory over the visiting Queens Knights at Neville Arena on Tuesday night.
The game was essentially a statement win for Auburn, with the home team leading from start to finish. A halftime score of 57-21 set the tone for a blowout, and Auburn's largest lead of 42 points midway through the second half sealed the win.
Elyjah Freeman led the way for Auburn, scoring 27 points on 4-for-4 three-point shooting and 69.2% from the field. KeShawn Murphy added 9 points, 6 rebounds, 2 assists, and 2 steals to round out the top scoring performance for the Tigers.
For Queens, Nasir Mann led the way with 13 points, but struggled from beyond the arc, going 0-for-2. Gus Larson contributed 6 points, 4 rebounds, and 1 assist off the bench.
The statistics told a similar story to the on-court action. Auburn's field goal percentage was a commanding 56%, while Queens struggled at just 38%. The Tigers also outrebounded their opponents 40-26, with 22 assists compared to Queens' 9. Auburn also held a significant edge in points off turnovers, with 24 against Queens' 15.
The game was a non-conference matchup, played in front of an enthusiastic home crowd at Neville Arena. The win marks a statement for the Tigers, who look to build momentum as they head into conference play.
Auburn's performance was impressive across all four quarters, with the team dominating from start to finish. The largest lead of 42 points midway through the second half sealed the win and gave Auburn a sense of confidence heading into their next matchup.
The final margin of 41 points underscores just how dominant Auburn was on this night. With Freeman and Murphy leading the charge, it's clear that the Tigers have a talented core that will be a force to be reckoned with in the coming weeks.
For Queens, the loss is a tough pill to swallow, especially after being outplayed by such a significant margin. The team will look to regroup and refocus as they head into their next matchup.
Overall, Auburn's statement win over Queens was a resounding display of dominance. With its strong performance on both ends of the court, the Tigers are set to make some noise in conference play.