The Auburn Tigers men’s basketball team continues to exceed expectations this season, maintaining their status as the top overall seed in the latest ESPN Bracketologyupdate. Under the leadership of head coach Bruce Pearl, Auburn has positioned itself as one of the most dominant teams in college basketball and is on track to secure a top seed in the NCAA Tournament.
Auburn Remains No. 1 in Lunardi’s Bracketology
ESPN’s Joe Lunardi, one of the most well-known bracketologists in college basketball, recently unveiled his latest top 16 seeds for the upcoming March Madness tournament. Once again, Auburn retained its place as the No. 1 overall seed, a spot the Tigers have held consistently for over two months since Lunardi began releasing his projections.
This ranking solidifies Auburn’s dominance throughout the season, as they have consistently outperformed their competition and prevented any other team from overtaking them in the top spot.
Chasing History: Auburn’s Second-Ever No. 1 Seed
If Auburn secures the top seed in the NCAA Tournament, it will mark only the second time in program history that the Tigers have achieved this milestone. The last time Auburn held a No. 1 seed was during the 1998-99 season, when they advanced to the Regional Semifinal before being eliminated by No. 4 Ohio State.
Auburn’s Key Wins Strengthen Resume
The Tigers further solidified their top-seed status with a statement victory over their archrival, No. 2 Alabama, in a thrilling road game on Saturday. This win not only strengthened their resume but also helped Auburn maintain its position at the top of the **SEC regular season title race.
Lunardi’s latest projection places Houston, Kentucky, and Michigan State as the No. 2, No. 3, and No. 4 seeds, respectively. Auburn has already faced and defeated Houston in their second game of the season and is scheduled to travel to Kentucky before the conclusion of SEC play.
Auburn’s Strength Against Top Competition
A key reason for Auburn’s continued dominance in Bracketology rankings is their impressive record against other top-seeded teams. The Tigers currently boast a 5-2 record against teams ranked within Lunardi’s top 16 seeds, proving their ability to compete and win at the highest level.
With three more games remaining against teams projected to be among the top 16 seeds, Auburn has further opportunities to strengthen its case as the top overall team heading into the NCAA Tournament.
As the season progresses, Bruce Pearl’s squad will look to maintain its dominance, secure the SEC title, and enter March Madness as a top contender for a national championship.
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