AUBURN, Ala. (Interstat) — The undefeated Auburn women’s basketball team looks to continue its strong start to the season when it hosts struggling Mississippi Valley State on Thursday afternoon at Auburn Arena.

The Tigers (3-0) are coming off a 64-57 home victory over UNC Greensboro on Monday. Mya Petticord led the way with 18 points, while Ja’Mia Harris added 11 points and seven rebounds. Auburn’s defense has been a cornerstone of its early success, holding opponents to an average of 52 points per game, including a dominant 82-41 win over Alabama State on Nov. 8.

They face a Mississippi Valley State team searching for its first win. The Devilettes (0-2) are opening the season with a difficult road stretch and are entering after a 107-43 loss at Mississippi State on Sunday. Ariel Jefferson was a bright spot in that contest, scoring a team-high eight points.

Mississippi Valley State’s offense has sputtered, averaging just 46.5 points through its first two games, which also included a 95-50 defeat at Troy.

This non-conference matchup is the first of a two-game homestand for Auburn before it heads to a tournament in Frisco, Texas. Mississippi Valley State continues its lengthy road trip, which won’t see them play at home until Dec. 2.