NCAAB · Final/OT

Auburn Tigers Edge Bethune-Cookman in Overtime Thriller

Monday, November 3, 2025, 8:00 PM ET · Neville Arena

Auburn Tigers 95, Bethune-Cookman Wildcats 90, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.

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Who won Bethune-Cookman Wildcats vs Auburn Tigers?

Auburn Tigers beat Bethune-Cookman Wildcats 95-90 at Neville Arena on November 3, 2025.

In a closely contested matchup, the Auburn Tigers triumphed over the Bethune-Cookman Wildcats with a final score of 95-90 after overtime. This game showcased the competitive spirit of both teams, with Auburn improving their record to 2-0, while Bethune-Cookman fell to 0-2.

Auburn entered the game with a home record of 1-0 and a recent form of 7-3 over their last ten games, but they were on a one-game losing streak. Their average points scored during this stretch was 81.3, while they allowed an average of 74.0 points per game. In their last five outings, they recorded a 2-3 record, with an average of 76.8 points scored and 76.2 points allowed. The Tigers had previously lost to the Tennessee Volunteers, but they managed to secure a victory against the Ole Miss Rebels before this game.

Bethune-Cookman, on the other hand, came into the contest with an away record of 0-1 and a recent form of 7-3 as well. They were also on a one-game losing streak, having lost to the Jackson State Tigers in their last outing. The Wildcats averaged 70.6 points scored and 71.7 points allowed over their last ten games, with a more favorable record of 4-1 in their last five games, scoring an average of 68.6 points while allowing 69.2.

The game was held at Neville Arena, where the atmosphere was electric as both teams fought for an early season victory. Auburn’s home advantage was evident, as they looked to capitalize on their familiar surroundings. The matchup was notable not only for the teams' records but also for the intensity displayed throughout the game.

In terms of previous meetings, this was a significant encounter as both teams sought to establish dominance early in the season. The injury report did not indicate any significant absences that affected the teams' lineups for this game, allowing both squads to field their best players.

The betting market had Auburn as slight favorites, with odds reflecting a home win probability of 0.469 according to the provider. This indicated a competitive matchup, and the game lived up to that expectation, culminating in an overtime finish.

The conditions during the game were conducive to a high-scoring affair, with both teams demonstrating offensive prowess. Auburn's scoring plays in overtime included crucial free throws by Keyshawn Hall and Tahaad Pettiford, as well as a significant three-point jumper by Jordan Johnson. The back-and-forth nature of the overtime period kept fans on the edge of their seats, as each possession became critical.

As the game progressed, viewers were treated to a display of skill and determination from both sides. Auburn’s ability to execute under pressure was evident as they made key plays in the overtime period, ultimately sealing their victory with a two-point tip shot from Elyjah Freeman.

Overall, this game not only highlighted the competitive nature of college basketball but also set the stage for both teams as they continue their respective seasons. Auburn will look to build on this victory, while Bethune-Cookman will seek to regroup and find their footing in the upcoming games.

Leaders

PointsKeyshawn Hall28Auburn Tigers
AssistsTahaad Pettiford5Auburn Tigers
ReboundsKeyshawn Hall8Auburn Tigers
PointsQuentin Heady21Bethune-Cookman Wildcats
AssistsSeneca Willoughby4Bethune-Cookman Wildcats
ReboundsArterio Morris10Bethune-Cookman Wildcats

Recent form

Auburn Tigers

Last 10: 7-3Streak L181.3 scored · 74 allowed per game4-2 at home

L65-70vs Tennessee VolunteersMar 15
W62-57vs Ole Miss RebelsMar 14
L91-93vs Alabama Crimson TideMar 8
L72-83at Texas A&M AggiesMar 5
W94-78at Kentucky WildcatsMar 1
W106-76vs Ole Miss RebelsFeb 27
W82-70vs Georgia BulldogsFeb 22
W67-60vs Arkansas RazorbacksFeb 20
W94-85at Alabama Crimson TideFeb 15
W80-68at Vanderbilt CommodoresFeb 12

Bethune-Cookman Wildcats

Last 10: 7-3Streak L170.6 scored · 71.7 allowed per game3-1 away

L50-71at Jackson State TigersMar 15
W69-60vs Alcorn State BravesMar 14
W76-75vs Florida A&M RattlersMar 8
W78-71vs Grambling TigersMar 4
W70-69vs Southern JaguarsMar 1
W70-68at Alabama State HornetsFeb 25
W68-64at Alabama A&M BulldogsFeb 22
L71-84vs Jackson State TigersFeb 18
L74-78vs Alcorn State BravesFeb 15
W80-77at Texas Southern TigersFeb 11

Standings

Team	Overall	Games behind	In conference
Bethune-Cookman	17-15	-	14-4
Southern	17-17	3	11-7
Florida A&M	15-16	3	11-7
Alabama A&M	18-15	4	10-8
Arkansas-Pine Bluff	13-19	4	10-8
Texas Southern	12-18	4	10-8
Jackson State	12-21	4	10-8
Prairie View A&M	19-18	5	9-9
Grambling	14-19	7	7-11
Alabama State	10-22	7	7-11
Alcorn State	9-23	7	7-11
Mississippi Valley State	3-30	12	2-16
Florida	27-8	-	16-2
Arkansas	28-9	3	13-5
Alabama	25-10	3	13-5
Vanderbilt	27-9	5	11-7
Tennessee	25-12	5	11-7
Texas A&M	22-12	5	11-7
Georgia	22-11	6	10-8
Kentucky	22-14	6	10-8
Missouri	20-13	6	10-8
Texas	21-15	7	9-9
Auburn	22-16	9	7-11
Oklahoma	21-16	9	7-11
Mississippi State	13-19	11	5-13
Ole Miss	15-20	12	4-14
South Carolina	13-19	12	4-14
LSU	15-17	13	3-15

Box score

Stat	Bethune-Cookman Wildcats	Auburn Tigers
Field goals	35-70	31-68
Field goal %	50	46
Three-pointers	12-23	6-23
Three-point %	52	26
Free throws	8-9	27-38
Free throw %	89	71
Rebounds	34	43
Offensive rebounds	8	17
Defensive rebounds	26	26
Assists	18	15
Steals	9	10
Blocks	9	4
Turnovers	13	11
Team turnovers	1	0
Technical fouls	0	0
Technical fouls, total	0	0
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	18	17
Fast-break points	6	8
Points in the paint	44	48
Fouls	24	12
Largest lead	4	6

How the scoring went

2nd Half62-61Jakobi Heady made Three Point Jumper.
2nd Half63-61Jakobi Heady made Free Throw.
2nd Half63-62Keyshawn Hall made Free Throw.
2nd Half63-63Keyshawn Hall made Free Throw.
2nd Half65-63Daniel Rouzan made Layup. Assisted by Rickey Mitchell Jr..
2nd Half65-66Keyshawn Hall made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by KeShawn Murphy.
2nd Half68-66Arterio Morris made Three Point Jumper.
2nd Half68-69KeShawn Murphy made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Sebastian Williams-Adams.
2nd Half68-70Keyshawn Hall made Free Throw.
2nd Half68-71Keyshawn Hall made Free Throw.
2nd Half70-71Quentin Heady made Layup. Assisted by Daniel Rouzan.
2nd Half72-71Daniel Rouzan made Jumper.
2nd Half72-72Sebastian Williams-Adams made Free Throw.
2nd Half72-73Sebastian Williams-Adams made Free Throw.
2nd Half75-73Seneca Willoughby made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Ariel Bland.
2nd Half75-75Sebastian Williams-Adams made Layup. Assisted by Tahaad Pettiford.
2nd Half75-77Kevin Overton made Jumper.
2nd Half75-78Kevin Overton made Free Throw.
2nd Half75-79Kevin Overton made Free Throw.
2nd Half78-79Arterio Morris made Three Point Jumper.
2nd Half78-80Keyshawn Hall made Free Throw.
2nd Half78-81Keyshawn Hall made Free Throw.
2nd Half79-81Arterio Morris made Free Throw.
2nd Half80-81Arterio Morris made Free Throw.
2nd Half81-81Arterio Morris made Free Throw.
OT83-81Ariel Bland made Two Point Tip Shot.
OT83-83Keyshawn Hall made Layup.
OT83-84Keyshawn Hall made Free Throw.
OT85-84Daniel Rouzan made Layup.
OT85-85Keyshawn Hall made Free Throw.
OT85-86Keyshawn Hall made Free Throw.
OT85-88Kevin Overton made Layup.
OT85-89Keyshawn Hall made Free Throw.
OT85-90Keyshawn Hall made Free Throw.
OT88-90Jordan Johnson made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Seneca Willoughby.
OT88-92Tahaad Pettiford made Layup.
OT88-93Tahaad Pettiford made Free Throw.
OT89-93Quentin Heady made Free Throw.
OT90-93Quentin Heady made Free Throw.
OT90-95Elyjah Freeman made Two Point Tip Shot.