- Matchup: Appalachian State Mountaineers vs Auburn Tigers
- Date: Monday, November 9, 2026
- Venue: Neville Arena in Auburn, AL
- Broadcast: ESPN+
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Neville Arena will host an exciting showdown between the Auburn Tigers (1-0) and the Appalachian State Mountaineers (2-0) this coming Monday.
In their recent game, the Appalachian State Mountaineers dominated against Christendom, securing a decisive victory of 108-43. The Mountaineers recorded 15 personal fouls, while Christendom accumulated 12. Despite struggling from beyond the arc, hitting only 3 of 25 attempts, the Mountaineers shot an impressive 53.8% from the field (42 out of 78). Christendom managed to convert 66.7% of their free throws, making 4 out of 6 attempts. Additionally, while Christendom secured 17 rebounds (1 offensive, 16 defensive), the Mountaineers excelled in this area, gathering a total of 50 rebounds (16 offensive). Appalachian State also created 16 turnovers and recorded 10 steals.
Da’Mori Lytch was a standout performer for the Mountaineers, contributing 13 points on a flawless 5-for-5 shooting performance in just 17 minutes, along with 4 rebounds and 1 assist.
With a record of 2-0, Appalachian State is averaging 85.5 points per game (135th in Division 1) and shooting 49.2% from the field. They are converting 33.3% of their three-point attempts (23 of 69) and 62.9% from the free-throw line. The team is averaging 48.0 rebounds and has recorded 36 assists this season, ranking 72nd in college basketball for assist distribution. They commit an average of 11.0 turnovers and 13.5 fouls per game.
On defense, the Mountaineers force 13.5 turnovers per contest and draw 12.5 personal fouls. They currently rank 102nd nationally for assists allowed, with 16 given up this season. Opponents shoot 33.0% from the field, and Appalachian State allows an average of 25.0 rebounds per game, ranking 8th in D-1 for points allowed (46.0).
In their last outing, the Auburn Tigers emerged victorious against SE Louisiana with a score of 92-59. They allowed SE Louisiana to collect a total of 33 rebounds, including 15 on offense. Auburn’s three-point shooting was at 24.2%, making 8 out of 33 attempts, and they finished 11 of 19 from the charity stripe (57.9%). SE Louisiana managed a field goal percentage of 29.9% after shooting 20 of 67. The Tigers shot 50.8% from the field, hitting 32 out of 63 attempts, and they were 46.2% from beyond the arc, knocking down 12 of 26 shots.
Kolby King was instrumental for Auburn, scoring 12 points in 15 minutes on the court and contributing 1 assist. He shot 75.0% from the field, making 3 of 4 attempts, along with 7 rebounds.
Auburn boasts a 1-0 record this season. The Tigers are averaging 18.0 fouls per game and are shooting 59.3% from the free-throw line. They’re recording 15.0 assists per contest (191st in the nation) while averaging 14.0 turnovers. So far this season, they have scored 92 points and are collecting 50.0 rebounds per game. Offensive efficiency stands at 50.8%, ranking them 81st in the nation.
Defensively, Auburn allows opponents to shoot 24.2% from three-point range and permits a free throw percentage of 57.9%. The Tigers average 9.0 assists allowed and 37.0 rebounds given up, ranking 66th and 225th in those categories, respectively. They rank 78th in points allowed per game, giving up 59.0, and are forcing 14.0 turnovers while limiting the opposition to a field goal percentage of 29.9% (21st in the country).
Who will prevail in tonight’s NCAA matchup against the spread?
Prediction: Back Appalachian State
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