Illinois State 66, at Auburn 88

INDIANAPOLIS (Interstat) — Auburn’s relentless pressure and transition attack overwhelmed Illinois State from the opening tip, leading to a decisive 88-66 victory in a men’s NCAA Division I basketball game Thursday night at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. The Tigers, fueled by a dominant first half and a game-high 24 points from Keyshawn Hall, seized control early and never relented before an announced crowd of 4,625. The win improved Auburn’s record to 21-16, while Illinois State fell to 23-13. The most important part of the game was Auburn’s immediate and sustained defensive intensity, which created a cascade of opportunities that Illinois State could… Read more...