GREENVILLE, S.C. (Interstat) — The Mississippi women’s basketball team built a commanding first-half lead and never looked back, defeating Auburn 73-57 on Thursday in a Southeastern Conference tournament game at Bi-Lo Center.

The Rebels dominated the early stages, leading 48-20 at halftime after outscoring the Tigers 21-6 in the first quarter and 27-14 in the second. Auburn found more rhythm after halftime but could not overcome the deficit.

Christeen Iwuala led Mississippi with 18 points. Latasha Lattimore added 13 points and Cotie McMahon had 13 points and six assists. For Auburn, Khady Leye scored 17 points and Kaitlyn Duhon added 14.

Mississippi improved to 22-10 this season. Auburn finished its season at 15-17.