PREVIEW: Auburn Takes on Tulsa in NIT Championship Game

Auburn Tigers clash with Tulsa Golden Hurricane for the NIT Championship as Keyshawn Hall powers Auburn’s offense and Miles Barnstable leads Tulsa’s three-point barrage. Can Auburn’s physicality and SEC-tested roster overcome Tulsa’s elite perimeter shooting, or will Tulsa stun the Tigers and hoist the NIT banner? Zac Blackerby breaks down Auburn’s turbulent season, highlighting the impact of Steven Pearl’s transition to head coach and the evolving roles of Tahaad Pettiford, Kevin Overton, and Philip Jovic. Key topics include Auburn’s defensive struggles against the three, Tulsa’s depth of shooters and how tempo could sway the championship matchup. Insider analysis weighs Auburn’s roster strengths, NIT motivation, and potential X-Factor players on both sides. Is this just another game for Auburn, or does Tulsa have a real shot at a statement win?