AUBURN, Ala. – Auburn set season-best marks in rebounds and points allowed in an 80-55 victory against Gardner-Webb Wednesday night. The Tigers (7-1) pulled down 52 rebounds – the most they have pulled down since they had 56 versus Florida A&M, Jan. 4, 2014.
Auburn limited Gardner-Webb (3-7) to just 55 points, which stands as the fewest points allowed since it gave up only 48 in a victory against Middle Tennessee, Dec. 29, 2014.
“The defensive effort was really outstanding,” head coach Bruce Pearl said. “Gardner-Webb is a good offensive team, and if you allow them to run their stuff, they’ll score.