NCAAB · Final

Auburn Tigers Defeat LSU Tigers 88-74 in NCAAB Showdown

Tuesday, March 3, 2026, 10:00 PM ET · Neville Arena

Auburn Tigers 88, LSU Tigers 74, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.

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Quick answers

Who won LSU Tigers vs Auburn Tigers?

Auburn Tigers beat LSU Tigers 88-74 at Neville Arena on March 3, 2026.

Who was favored in LSU Tigers vs Auburn Tigers?

Auburn Tigers were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -535 (about 84% implied). The favorite won.

In an impressive display at Neville Arena, the Auburn Tigers secured a decisive 88-74 victory over the LSU Tigers. This matchup was particularly noteworthy as it marked the second meeting between the two teams this season, with Auburn having previously won their first encounter 87-74 on January 30, 2025. The win for Auburn improves their overall record to 16-14, while LSU falls to 15-15.

Auburn entered the game struggling with a recent record of 3-7 over their last ten games, including a two-game losing streak prior to this victory. Their scoring average during this stretch was 79.4 points per game, but they also allowed an average of 83.5 points, indicating defensive vulnerabilities. In their last five games, Auburn managed just one win, scoring an average of 78.6 points while conceding 85.8 points.

On the other hand, LSU's recent form has been equally challenging, with a record of 2-8 in their last ten games and a one-game losing streak leading into this contest. They averaged 77.6 points scored per game while allowing 85.9 points. LSU's last five games yielded only one victory, with an average of 80.8 points scored and 86.6 points allowed, reflecting similar defensive issues.

When comparing home and away performances, Auburn had a home record of 2-3 in their last five games, while LSU struggled significantly on the road, recording a 0-5 mark in their last five away games. This disparity in home and away performance likely contributed to Auburn's ability to secure the win in front of their home crowd.

In terms of injuries, the block did not provide specific details on player availability, but the impact of injuries can often be significant in college basketball, affecting team dynamics and performance.

The betting market, as reported by DraftKings, had Auburn favored by 10.5 points, with a total set at 155.5. The odds reflected a strong belief in Auburn's ability to win, as evidenced by their moneyline of -535, compared to LSU's moneyline of 400.

The game conditions were typical for a college basketball matchup, taking place in a packed arena, which often influences player performance and team morale. Fans witnessed a competitive game where scoring plays included a series of free throws and key baskets that helped Auburn maintain their lead.

As the game progressed, Auburn's Keyshawn Hall made significant contributions, including a driving layup and a free throw that pushed the score to 88-71. LSU attempted to close the gap late in the game, with Mazi Mosley hitting a three-pointer that brought the score to 88-74, but it was not enough to change the outcome.

Overall, this fixture highlighted Auburn's ability to capitalize on home-court advantage and showcased the challenges both teams face as they navigate the latter part of the season.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	AUB -10.5	155.5 o -110 / u -110	LSU Tigers +400 · Auburn Tigers -535

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Leaders

PointsTahaad Pettiford27Auburn Tigers
AssistsTahaad Pettiford6Auburn Tigers
ReboundsKeyshawn Hall6Auburn Tigers
PointsMike Nwoko19LSU Tigers
AssistsJalen Reece6LSU Tigers
ReboundsPablo Tamba9LSU Tigers

Recent form

Auburn Tigers

Last 10: 3-7Streak L279.4 scored · 83.5 allowed per game2-3 at home

L79-85vs Ole Miss RebelsMar 1
L79-91at Oklahoma SoonersFeb 25
W75-74vs Kentucky WildcatsFeb 22
L85-91at Mississippi State BulldogsFeb 19
L75-88at Arkansas RazorbacksFeb 15
L76-84vs Vanderbilt CommodoresFeb 11
L92-96vs Alabama Crimson TideFeb 7
L69-77at Tennessee VolunteersFeb 1
W88-82vs Texas LonghornsJan 29
W76-67at Florida GatorsJan 24

LSU Tigers

Last 10: 2-8Streak L177.6 scored · 85.9 allowed per game2-3 away

L67-83vs Oklahoma SoonersFeb 28
W106-99at Ole Miss RebelsFeb 26
L83-90vs Alabama Crimson TideFeb 21
L85-88at Texas LonghornsFeb 18
L63-73at Tennessee VolunteersFeb 14
L62-91vs Arkansas RazorbacksFeb 11
L71-83vs Georgia BulldogsFeb 7
W92-87at South Carolina GamecocksJan 31
L66-80vs Mississippi State BulldogsJan 29
L81-85at Arkansas RazorbacksJan 24

Standings

Team	Overall	Games behind	In conference
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	LSU Tigers	Auburn Tigers
Field goals	24-44	31-57
Field goal %	55	54
Three-pointers	7-15	10-24
Three-point %	47	42
Free throws	19-26	16-22
Free throw %	73	73
Rebounds	27	27
Offensive rebounds	5	9
Defensive rebounds	22	18
Assists	15	15
Steals	7	13
Blocks	2	5
Turnovers	16	9
Team turnovers	0	1
Technical fouls	0	0
Technical fouls, total	0	0
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	11	13
Fast-break points	9	11
Points in the paint	34	34
Fouls	19	16
Largest lead	4	19
Lead changes	14	14
Time in front	23	71

How the scoring went

2nd Half42-54KeShawn Murphy makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half45-54Jalen Reece makes 24-foot three point jumper
2nd Half45-56KeShawn Murphy makes layup
2nd Half48-56Jalen Reece makes 25-foot three point jumper (Mike Nwoko assists)
2nd Half48-58Tahaad Pettiford makes driving layup
2nd Half51-58PJ Carter makes 25-foot three point jumper (Pablo Tamba assists)
2nd Half51-60Elyjah Freeman makes 15-foot jumper
2nd Half53-60Marquel Sutton makes layup
2nd Half53-63Kevin Overton makes 26-foot three point jumper (Tahaad Pettiford assists)
2nd Half54-63Rashad King makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half55-63Rashad King makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half55-66Kevin Overton makes 25-foot three point jumper (Tahaad Pettiford assists)
2nd Half56-66Mike Nwoko makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half57-66Mike Nwoko makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half57-68Kevin Overton makes driving layup
2nd Half57-71Kevin Overton makes 27-foot three point jumper
2nd Half58-71Jalen Reece makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half59-71Jalen Reece makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half59-72Kevin Overton makes free throw 1 of 3
2nd Half59-73Kevin Overton makes free throw 2 of 3
2nd Half59-74Kevin Overton makes free throw 3 of 3
2nd Half61-74Pablo Tamba makes layup (Marquel Sutton assists)
2nd Half61-76Keyshawn Hall makes 7-foot jumper
2nd Half61-78Tahaad Pettiford makes 11-foot floating jump shot
2nd Half63-78PJ Carter makes driving layup (Pablo Tamba assists)
2nd Half63-81Tahaad Pettiford makes 23-foot three point jumper (KeShawn Murphy assists)
2nd Half64-81Robert Miller III makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half64-83Keyshawn Hall makes layup
2nd Half65-83Marquel Sutton makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half66-83Mike Nwoko makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half67-83Mike Nwoko makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half67-84Tahaad Pettiford makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half67-85Tahaad Pettiford makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half68-85Mike Nwoko makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half69-85Mike Nwoko makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half70-85Jalen Reece makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half71-85Jalen Reece makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half71-87Keyshawn Hall makes driving layup
2nd Half71-88Keyshawn Hall makes free throw 1 of 1
2nd Half74-88Mazi Mosley makes 26-foot three point jumper (Jalen Reece assists)