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Briefing: Pearl after SEC exit: Auburn 'deserves' NCAA bid
Strategic angle: Auburn coach Steven Pearl lobbied for his team's NCAA tournament chances after blowing a double-digit second-half lead to Tennessee in the SEC tournament quarterfinals Thursday.
Editorial Staff
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Updated about 1 month ago
Auburn's recent performance in the SEC tournament quarterfinals has raised questions about their NCAA tournament eligibility. The team lost to Tennessee after relinquishing a double-digit lead in the second half.
Coach Steven Pearl has publicly stated that Auburn 'deserves' a spot in the NCAA tournament, emphasizing the team's overall capabilities despite the setback.
The implications of this loss could affect Auburn's seeding and selection, as the NCAA committee evaluates performance trends leading into the tournament.