Auburn Outlasts Bethune-Cookman in Overtime Thriller to Open Season
AUBURN, Ala. (Interstat) — Keyshawn Hall scored 28 points to lead Auburn to a 95-90 overtime victory over Bethune-Cookman in a men’s season opener Monday night at Auburn Arena. The Tigers, who were heavily favored, needed an extra period to put away the Wildcats after the teams were tied at the end of regulation. Bethune-Cookman was led by Arterio Morris, who had a double-double with 20 points and 10 rebounds, and Quentin Heady, who added 21 points. Despite a sharp three-point shooting performance from the Wildcats, Auburn secured the win at the free-throw line, making 27 foul shots. The Tigers improved to 1-0, while Bethune-Cookman fell to 0-1.