Auburn Tigers

The Auburn Tigers play at Neville Arena in Auburn, where Bruce Pearl has built a program that reached the 2019 Final Four. Under Pearl, the Tigers have become a consistent SEC contender. Auburn's orange and blue colors and Jungle student section create an electric atmosphere. The program has reached a Final Four and won SEC titles. Neville Arena's intimate design and passionate crowd create a hostile environment. The Tigers' rivalry with Alabama, the Iron Bowl, extends to basketball.

Auburn reached the 2019 Final Four under Bruce Pearl, the program's deepest tournament run. The Tigers have made 11 NCAA Tournament appearances. Charles Barkley, Chuck Person, and Isaac Okoro are among the program's NBA alumni. The 2019 run included wins over Kansas, North Carolina, and Kentucky. Pearl has made Auburn a consistent tournament team. The rivalry with Alabama defines the state.