Missouri vs Auburn Picks and Prediction – 1/4/2025

On Saturday, the Missouri Tigers (11-2) face off against the 2nd ranked Auburn Tigers (12-1) at Neville Arena in Auburn, Alabama. Get ready for the college basketball season with our college basketball picks.

Auburn comes into this matchup ranked 2nd in the latest AP Poll and on a five-game winning streak. In a decisive 87-58 victory over Monmouth, Johni Broome played a key role for the Tigers by contributing 14 points. This season, he has been Auburn's standout performer, topping the team’s scoring chart with an impressive average of 18.2 points per game. Supporting Broome in the scoring department, Chad Baker-Mazara ranks as the team's second-highest scorer, managing an average of 12.8 points per game thus far. Broome is not only a scoring powerhouse but also dominates the rebounds for Auburn, pulling down an average of 11.5 rebounds per game this season. On top of that, he shows his versatility by leading the team in assists as well, with an average of 3.4 per game. During a remarkable five-game winning streak, Auburn has been in exceptional offensive form, averaging 92.6 points per game. As the Tigers prepare for their first conference game of the season, they aim to continue their successful run by avoiding any potential upsets. Currently, the team maintains an overall scoring average of 88.3 points per game, underscoring their potent offensive capabilities.

Missouri enters this game on a one-game winning streak and has won four of their last five games. In their 82-65 triumph over Alabama State, Tamar Bates made a significant contribution to the Tigers with 16 points. Throughout this season, the standout performer for Missouri has been Mark Mitchell, who is the team's top scorer with an average of 13.8 points per game. Right behind him, Tamar Bates is the second-highest scorer, maintaining an average of 12.9 points per game. Mitchell also leads Missouri in rebounds, pulling down an average of five per game. When it comes to setting up plays, Anthony Robinson II tops the team's charts with an average of 3.8 assists per game. Over their last five matchups, Missouri has been productive offensively, putting up an average of 81.2 points. They are aiming for a major upset as they prepare to face Auburn on the road. Currently, the Tigers boast an impressive average of 87.3 points per game overall.

Auburn holds the number two spot in the most recent AP Poll, showcasing their strong season performance. They have been particularly dominant at home, achieving victory in all six of their home games so far. Meanwhile, Missouri has limited experience on the road, having played just one away game this season, which ended in a defeat. As they face Auburn, Missouri is eager to pull off a significant upset away from home. On the other side, Auburn is determined to fend off any surprises and further solidify their reputation as one of the elite teams in the nation. Final Score Prediction, Auburn Tigers win and cover, 90-70.