AUBURN, Ala. (Interstat) — The Auburn women’s basketball team delivered a dominant, wire-to-wire performance Thursday afternoon at Auburn Arena, overwhelming Mississippi Valley State from the opening tip and cruising to a lopsided victory.

The Tigers improved to 4-0 on the young season, while the visiting Devilettes remained winless at 0-3.

Auburn’s offense was ruthlessly efficient, shooting 59 percent from the floor and an astounding 69 percent from three-point range, making nine of their 13 attempts. Defensively, they forced 18 Mississippi Valley State turnovers, converting them into 33 points, and outscored the Devilettes 50-16 in the paint.

The game was never in doubt as Auburn erupted for 27 points in the first quarter, holding Mississippi Valley State to just nine. The Tigers extended their lead with a 31-point second quarter, entering halftime with a commanding 58-21 advantage. The offensive onslaught continued after the break, with Auburn maintaining its pressure to secure the win in front of a crowd of 5,769.

Khady Leye led all scorers for Auburn, pouring in 20 points and grabbing seven rebounds. Kaitlyn Duhon added 16 points and six rebounds, while Arek Angui recorded a double-double with 11 points and 11 boards. Harissoum Coulibaly filled the stat sheet with 12 points, five rebounds and four assists. The Tigers’ depth was on full display as Syriah Daniels and Ja’Mia Harris chipped in 10 and nine points, respectively.

Mississippi Valley State struggled offensively throughout the contest, shooting just 30 percent from the field. Sydnei Marshall was the lone bright spot for the Devilettes, finishing with a team-high 15 points.

The game was part of a challenging early-season stretch for Mississippi Valley State, which has faced three consecutive road games against power conference opponents. Auburn, meanwhile, continues its homestand, looking to build on its perfect start.