Auburn Basketball's Unexpected Road Game Against Appalachian State

Auburn basketball, under head coach Bruce Pearl, is playing a true road game against Appalachian State as part of a home-and-home series. This scheduling pattern aligns with Pearl's history of playing challenging games against top mid-major programs. The game will provide Auburn with a preview of playing on the road before facing tougher tests in SEC play. Appalachian State is a solid defensive team, ranked 93rd overall in the KenPom ratings system, and Auburn hopes to handle their elevated play while maintaining their own performance in the hostile environment.