In this episode of The Barn Hoops Podcast, we recap Auburn Basketball’s dominant win over Wofford, where the Tigers cruised to victory under head coach Steven Pearl. 

Keyshawn Hall once again led the charge, showcasing his scoring versatility and toughness around the rim, while Elyjah Freeman continued his steady play in the starting lineup, contributing with efficient shooting, strong defense, and unselfish ball movement. Auburn’s offense clicked from the opening tip, but sophomore guard Tahaad Pettiford had a rough outing, struggling to find consistency from the field and control the tempo. Despite his off night, the Tigers’ depth and chemistry shined through in one of their most complete performances of the season. 

We’ll also look ahead to Auburn’s biggest challenge yet — a marquee matchup against #1 Houston. Can the Tigers maintain their momentum and prove they belong among the nation’s elite? Tune in for analysis, takeaways, and a full game preview.

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Some very interesting comments from DJ Durkin might hint that he’d be open to returning to Auburn — even as a coordinator. Not long ago that seemed like a long shot, but now it’s starting to sound a lot more realistic. Even some of the things recruits are saying point in that direction.

But is that actually the best outcome for Auburn? What kind of head coach would it take to make that dynamic work? Can you bring parts of this staff back and still move forward — or is it time to burn it down and start over completely? We dig into every angle of this fascinating coaching situation.

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Auburn’s got a real QB dilemma on its hands. Ashton Daniels has just one game left to play and still keep his redshirt — so what do you do? Do you sit him now and risk losing all the continuity and momentum from Saturday’s performance? Or do you play him, get those valuable reps before the Iron Bowl, and burn the redshirt?

Then there’s Deuce Knight — do you put more film out there and risk other teams circling in the portal? And what does all this mean for Auburn’s QB future heading into 2026? It’s not as black and white as you’d think, and we break down every angle.

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Auburn fans are split after the overtime loss to Vanderbilt — should that game automatically take DJ Durkin out of the running for the permanent head coaching job? Was one week really enough time for him to turn things around, or should these final three games serve as his true audition? We break down both sides: what Durkin has already proven with his fantastic defenses over the past two years, and why some fans still want a completely fresh start. It’s a tough, emotional debate — and the Auburn fanbase is as divided as ever. #AuburnFootball #AuburnTigers #WarEagle #DJDurkin #AuburnCoachingSearch #AuburnFans #CollegeFootball #WarDamnEagle

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A heartbreaking night in Nashville — Auburn falls to Vanderbilt in overtime, 45–42, in what turned into an offensive explosion after a week of turmoil. The Tigers showed real fight, battled to the end, and found life on offense for the first time in weeks. The defense struggled, but given the circumstances, that was expected.

Despite the loss, this team played with heart and belief under DJ Durkin, and one result shouldn’t define his case for the full-time job. There’s still plenty to build on from this performance.

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For once, Auburn might actually be aligned — and that could change everything. From the top down, the most influential voices in and around the program seem to be pulling in the same direction, and history tells us that’s when Auburn is at its best. We break down a clip of Cole Cubelic echoing the same point and talk about why alignment is so critical when searching for the next head coach. Everyone has to be on the same page for this to work.

Plus, we shift to hoops — Auburn basketball bounced back after a rough win on Monday with a strong performance last night. The debut of Emeka Opurum was a bright spot, and if he keeps playing like that, he could be a huge boost for Bruce Pearl’s squad.

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In this episode of The Barn Hoops Podcast, we recap Auburn Basketball’s convincing win over Merrimack, highlighting a strong all-around effort under head coach Steven Pearl. The Tigers set the tone with energy, physicality, and discipline on both ends of the floor. 

Keyshawn Hall delivered a standout performance, leading the team in scoring while dominating the boards with a powerful inside presence. Emeka Opurum added toughness in the paint and timely buckets, while Sebastian Williams-Adams continued to impress with his athleticism and defensive versatility. 

Auburn’s defense was the story of the night — not through turnovers, but by forcing Merrimack into a barrage of contested three-pointers and limiting high-percentage looks inside. We’ll break down how the Tigers’ defensive game plan paid off, what Hall’s breakout means for the team’s identity, and how Steven Pearl’s squad is shaping up in the early stretch of the season.

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Former Auburn All-American Reese Dismukes joins the show to weigh in on the Auburn coaching search — what it’s like for players to go through it, how much they actually know during the process, and what kind of coach Auburn should be looking for next.

We also talk about the qualities that fit Auburn’s culture, who we like as potential candidates, and how the program can reset and move forward the right way. Reese brings a player’s perspective you won’t hear anywhere else.

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