Men's Basketball

Auburn basketball star Tahaad Pettiford arrested on DUI charge

By Rory Garvin | Sports Reporter | July 12

Tahaad Pettiford, the lone returning player from Auburn’s historic 2025 Final Four squad, was arrested early Saturday morning by the Lee County Sheriff’s Office and charged with driving under the influence of alcohol.

Tigers set to face Oklahoma State in preseason exhibition

By Rory Garvin | Sports Reporter | July 8

On Tuesday afternoon, it was announced that the Tigers will face Oklahoma State University in an exhibition game on October 15 at 7:00 p.m. CST at Birmingham’s Boutwell Auditorium. The game is part of the “Ballin’ in Boutwell” event.

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July 2

Auburn sports reach a long way. Plainsman's choice 2025 best of sports highlights everything dealing with Auburn Athletics, from best home game to best female athlete.

Former Auburn guard Denver Jones to play for Cavaliers in NBA Summer League

By Rory Garvin | Sports Reporter | June 30

Former Auburn guard Denver Jones has received an invitation to play with the Cleveland Cavaliers in the NBA Summer League.

Four former Tigers join ranks of the NBA

By Jackie Dominguez | Sports Editor | June 29

This Wednesday, the annual NBA Draft began, marking an occasion of excitement and anticipation for young players hoping to take their careers to another level. This year, four Auburn men’s basketball alumni from the 2025 Final Four teamjoined the class of rookies looking to prove themselves in the big leagues.

Auburn men's basketball: 2025-26 SEC opponents revealed

By Rory Garvin | Sports Reporter | June 20

On Wednesday afternoon, the SEC revealed the 2025–26 conference opponents for Auburn men’s basketball.

Tahaad Pettiford returns to Auburn for sophomore season

By Rory Garvin | Sports Reporter | May 28

Tahaad Pettiford announced via Instagram that he will be returning to the Plains for his sophomore season.

From Auburn to Hollywood: Chad Baker-Mazara Transfers to USC

By Rory Garvin | Sports Reporter | April 28

11 days after entering the transfer portal, Chad Baker-Mazara has reached a decision. The 25-year-old announced on social media Monday morning that he will be heading to the University of Southern California for his final year of eligibility.

What additions has Auburn men's basketball made in the transfer portal?

By Jack Chambers | Sports Writer | April 18

After an all-time great season, Auburn men's basketball is looking to reload this offseason after losing almost every scholarship player from the Final Four team except potentially Tahaad Pettiford.

Guard Chad Baker-Mazara announces move to transfer portal

By Patrick Bingham | Sports Editor | April 17

Auburn guard Chad Baker-Mazara announced his move to the transfer portal Thursday morning following two seasons with the program.

The Agony of Defeat: Heartbreak for Auburn as turnovers sink national championship bid

By Rory Garvin | Sports Reporter | April 5

Coming into Saturday’s Final Four tilt, Auburn and their ten seniors knew that a few mistakes would end their collegiate careers. Auburn’s 12 second-half turnovers were too much to overcome, thus falling to the Gators 79-73, in a heartbreaker.

Inside The Locker Room: Coaches, Players react to Auburn’s Final Four loss to Florida

By Patrick Bingham | Sports Editor | April 5

The top-seeded Tigers’ season came to an end Saturday evening inside of the Alamodome as conference foe, Florida defeated Auburn 79-73 with the help of a second half surge. Take a look inside the locker room as players and coaches break down the season ending loss for Auburn.

Tigers' dream season ends in Final Four heartbreak

By Grace Heim | Assistant Sports Editor | April 5

Auburn’s magical season ends in the Final Four. The Tigers led by eight at halftime, but a second-half surge led by Walton Clayton Jr.’s 34 points — including 20 after the break — lifted the Gators to victory. Auburn finishes just short of a shot at the national title.

Auburn’s historic season ends in the Final Four, falls to Florida 79-73

By Patrick Bingham | Sports Editor | April 5

Draped all through the Alamodome is the phrase that has become synonymous with the Final Four: the road ends here. For the top-seeded Tigers, their historic season did just that on Saturday night against Florida.

Auburn Family sends off Men’s Basketball for Final Four

By Ally Northridge | Content Editor | April 3

On Wednesday, April 2, Auburn students, faculty and residents attended the Reverse Tiger Walk, a celebratory send-off for Auburn men's basketball to wish the team well in their upcoming Final Four matchup. Excited attendees donned in orange and blue showed their support, as the team prepared to travel to San Antonio, Texas to play against the University of Florida on Saturday night.