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Auburn basketball undergoes a significant leadership change as Bruce Pearl retires and his son, Steven Pearl, is hired as the new head coach, marking a rare father-to-son coaching succession amid ongoing college sports developments.
Bruce Pearl, after 11 seasons as Auburn's head coach and a highly successful tenure, has announced his retirement, with his son Steven Pearl set to succeed him on a five-year deal, ensuring continuity for the program.
After Tennessee's loss to Mississippi State, Auburn assistant coach Steven Pearl, son of former Tennessee and current Auburn head coach Bruce Pearl, took a shot at Tennessee, referencing the scandal that led to his father's firing from Tennessee. Steven's comments come after Auburn's victory over South Carolina in the SEC Tournament Quarterfinals. The Pearls have a history with Tennessee, and the rivalry continues as Auburn faces Mississippi State in the SEC Tournament Semifinals while Tennessee awaits its NCAA Tournament fate.