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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.

Pearl: ‘We just did not execute offensively in the second half’

By Logan Fowler | Sports Reporter | April 5

“Played beautiful basketball in the first half. We were prepared. We had a great game plan. They executed it really well. We only turned the ball over twice. Second half, Florida's effort and energy, the fact that we're not as deep as what we normally are, was a factor. I thought fatigue was a factor. As a result, we weren't able to maintain control of the game.”  

Stats To Know: Auburn falls to Florida 79-73 in the Final Four

By Patrick Bingham | Sports Editor | April 5

Check out the stats to know from Auburn's 79-73 Final Four loss to Florida inside the Alamodome, ending the Tigers' historic season.

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. 

Let Chad Be Chad: Pearl’s trust fuels Baker-Mazara and Auburn’s Final Four run

By Grace Heim | Assistant Sports Editor | April 5

“We do let Chad Baker-Mazara be himself,” Bruce Pearl said. “As a result, it has the opportunity to bring out the best in him sometimes as a player.” Auburn’s Final Four run isn’t just about talent—it’s about trust, depth and sacrifice. “If you earn their trust, they’ll run through a wall for you.”

Inside The Locker Room: Tigers make final comments before Final Four

By Patrick Bingham | Sports Editor | April 5

As the top-seeded Tigers are set to rematch with conference foe Florida later today in the Final Four, Auburn players spent time before yesterday’s open practice sharing their final thoughts on the contest prior to tipoff in the Alamodome.

Plainsman Picks: Auburn vs. Florida - Final Four

By Sports Staff | April 5

No. 1 seeds Auburn and Florida are set to clash in the Final Four in San Antonio for a spot in the National Championship game. Here's what some of our sports staff has to say about the clash between the Tigers and Spartans, complete with score predictions and analysis. 

Writers' Roundtable: Does Auburn's road end here?

By Sports Staff | April 5

With a shot at the national title on the line, Auburn takes on Florida in Saturday night’s Final Four showdown—marking just the second Final Four appearance in program history for the Tigers.

SWEET 16 BOUND: Auburn gymnastics advances to NCAA Regional Final

By Patrick Bingham | Sports Editor | April 5

The No. 15 Tigers secured a spot in the NCAA Regional Final after a gritty, team-wide performance Friday night in the second round of the NCAA Washington Regional. Scoring a 196.950, Auburn finished second behind No. 2 Oklahoma.

The Tigers fire on all cylinders, take down the Tide

By Reid Farris | Assistant Sports Editor | April 5

The Tigers played an outstanding all-around game to take down their No. 8 ranked rivals, Alabama in a 10-0 mercy rule.

Pearl named AP Coach of the Year

By Grace Heim | Assistant Sports Editor | April 4

Bruce Pearl was named Associated Press Coach of the Year alongside St. John’s head coach Rick Pitino on Friday, marking the first ever tie in the award's 58-year history. 

Presser Points: Pearl previews Auburn's Final Four matchup against Florida

By Grace Heim | Assistant Sports Editor | April 4

Auburn coach Bruce Pearl previewed the Tigers’ Final Four clash with Florida, emphasizing the Gators’ strength, Auburn’s preparation through a tough schedule and the team’s growth.

Everything Bruce Pearl said prior to Final Four matchup with Florida

By Patrick Bingham | Sports Editor | April 3

Just over two days until Auburn will tip off in its second ever Final Four game, the Tigers’ head coach Bruce Pearl took to the podium to break down the rematch with Florida as well as discuss his relationship with Gators’ head coach Todd Golden. 

Everything Todd Golden said prior to Final Four matchup with Auburn

By Patrick Bingham | Sports Editor | April 3

Just over two days until Auburn and Florida rematch in the Final Four inside of the Alamo Dome, the Gators’ head coach Todd Golden took to the podium to preview the matchup with No. 1 seed Auburn and longtime mentor Bruce Pearl. 

Regular Season Rewind: No. 1 Auburn falls to No. 6 Florida 90-81

By Patrick Bingham | Sports Editor | April 3

As the Tigers and Gators prepare for a Final Four rematch inside the Alamo Dome in just over two days, the Auburn Plainsman rewinds back to the regular season top-10 showdown in which Florida snapped No. 1 Auburn’s 14 game win streak.

No. 14 Auburn Baseball set to host No. 8 Alabama in rivalry series

By Marshall Downing | Sports Writer | April 3

No. 14 Auburn will look to bounce back from a midweek loss to the UAB Blazers as it plays host to No. 8 Alabama in a three-game series this weekend at Plainsman Park.