Read on to get betting odds and analysis in our Memphis vs Auburn NCAA Basketball prediction and preview and see who we think will win and cover the spread in Maui.
Memphis vs Auburn Prediction
Betting on today's Tigers and Tigers game? Catch the action at Lahaina Civic Center in Maui, HI, as the Tigers hosts this showdown at 5:00 ET on ESPN. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 155 points, and Auburn is favored by -8 at home against Memphis.
Memphis vs. Auburn Matchup At A Glance
- Sport: NCAAB
- Teams: Memphis Tigers at Auburn Tigers
- Where: Maui at Lahaina Civic Center
- Date: Wednesday, November 27th
- Betting Odds AUBRN -8, MPHS +277 | AUBRN -350 O/U 155
Tigers Preview: Is a Road Win Possible for the Tigers?
Memphis Tigers Recent Game/Games
Memphis picked up a 71-63 road win over Michigan State on Tuesday, November 26th. The Tigers entered the game as +2.5 point underdogs and not only won but also covered the spread.
Memphis led 34-31 at halftime and outscored the Spartans 37-32 in the 2nd half. The game’s total points of 134 fell short of the 150.5 O/U line.
Tigers Offense Breakdown
Memphis put up 71 points in their last game, shooting 47.3% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 54.5%. They hit 56.2% of their two-point attempts and 34.8% from beyond the arc, connecting on 8 of 23 three-point tries. At the free-throw line, the Tigers shot 78.6%, making 11 of 14 attempts.
Tyrese Hunter led the way with 23 points, hitting 5 of 10 from three-point range. Jase Richardson added 18 points, shooting 62.5% overall and 60.0% from deep. PJ Haggerty contributed 16 points and 9 rebounds, while Jaden Akins chipped in 12 points and 5 boards.
Tigers Team Defense
Memphis held their opponent to 63 points, with a defensive effort that saw them allow 42% shooting from the field (22/52). Inside the arc, they gave up 15 two-point baskets on 32 attempts, a 46% shooting rate.
From three-point range, Memphis allowed 7 made threes on 20 attempts, with their opponent shooting 35%. They also sent their opponent to the free-throw line 19 times, where they converted 12 for 63%. Memphis gave up 12 offensive rebounds in the game.
Tigers Preview: Can The Tigers Secure a Home Victory?
The Tigers picked up a solid 85-72 win over the Tar Heels on Tuesday, November 26th. Auburn was a -3.5 favorite going into the game and covered the spread with the victory. The game’s total points came in at 157, under the O/U line of 167.5.
Auburn led 40-32 at halftime and continued to control the game in the second half, scoring 45 points while allowing 40.
Tigers Offense Breakdown
Auburn put up 85 points in their last game, shooting 43.5% from the field and 36.7% from beyond the arc, hitting 11 threes. Their effective field goal percentage was 52.2%, and they were strong at the free-throw line, making 82.4% of their attempts (14/17).
Johni Broome led the way with 23 points and 19 rebounds, shooting 50% from the field and 3-point range (2/4). Seth Trimble added 17 points, hitting 3 of 6 from deep, while Miles Kelly contributed 15 points, knocking down 3 threes as well.
Tigers Team Defense
Even with Auburn's defense allowing 72 points, the Tigers couldn't capitalize, as their opponents shot 43% from the field, connecting on 27 of 62 attempts. Inside the arc, Auburn gave up 21 baskets on 46 attempts, a 45% shooting rate.
From three-point range, Auburn's defense allowed 6 threes on 16 attempts, a 37% shooting percentage. The Tigers also sent their opponents to the free-throw line 19 times, where they made 12, shooting 63%. Auburn limited offensive rebounds, giving up just 7.
Tigers vs Tigers Betting Odds, Trends & Analysis
- In their last three road games, Memphis has averaged 79 points per game while allowing 74. The team's record in this stretch was 3-0 while going 3-0 vs. the spread.
- In their last five home games, Auburn has averaged 88 points per game while allowing 76. The team's record in this stretch was 4-1 while going 4-1 vs. the spread.
- As the betting underdog, the Tigers have an ATS record of 4-1 in their last five games. In these matchups their, straight up record was 4-1.
- Through their last three games as the favorite, the Tigers have an ATS record of 2-1 and a straight up mark of 3-0.
Memphis vs Auburn Prediction & Free Pick
- KnupSports.com Free Betting Prediction: Memphis +8 Be sure to check out our other NCAA Basketball betting previews for this week. KnupSports.com also updates their sports betting picks page daily with plays across all sports.