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The No. 15 Vanderbilt Commodores travel to Neville Arena tonight for a high-stakes SEC clash against the Auburn Tigers. Tip-off is set for 7:00 PM ET on the SEC Network. Both teams are looking to wash the taste of disappointment out of their mouths after crushing losses on Saturday. Vanderbilt suffered perhaps the most shocking upset of the college basketball season, falling 92-91 to an Oklahoma team that had lost nine straight games. Auburn didn’t fare much better, blowing a double-digit lead to rival Alabama and surrendering 59 second-half points in a 96-92 home defeat.
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For Vanderbilt, this game represents a chance to prove that the Oklahoma debacle was a fluke rather than a symptom of their thinned-out backcourt. Auburn, sitting at 14-9 and 5-5 in the SEC, desperately needs a Quad 1 win to bolster a resume that currently has them flirting with the tournament bubble. History is not on the Commodores’ side tonight; they haven’t won in “The Jungle” since 2016. With the Tigers looking to avoid back-to-back home losses for the first time in five years, the atmosphere in Auburn will be nothing short of hostile.
Auburn vs Vanderbilt Odds
These are the current betting lines for tonight’s SEC showdown, and bettors should always monitor the latest college basketball odds for any movement before tip-off.
| Team | Moneyline | Spread | Total |
| Vanderbilt | +145 | +3.5 (-110) | O 162.5 (-110) |
| Auburn | -175 | -3.5 (-110) | U 162.5 (-110) |
Vanderbilt Betting Form
Vanderbilt’s season has been defined by a high-octane offense that ranks 12th nationally, averaging nearly 89 points per game. However, that offense is being tested as the backcourt continues to struggle with health. Tyler Tanner has been a revelation, scoring a career-high 37 points in the loss to Oklahoma, but he is essentially carrying the perimeter load solo right now. You can track their scoring trends and ATS history on the Vanderbilt stats and results page.
The lack of depth is becoming a significant betting concern. Second-leading scorer Duke Miles has missed the last three games, and veteran Frankie Collins remains sidelined since December. According to the Vanderbilt injury report, there is no definitive timetable for their return, which forces head coach Mark Byington to rely on a heavier frontcourt rotation. While they shoot 36.2% from deep as a team, their defensive consistency has wavered, allowing 92 points to a struggling Oklahoma squad. This makes them a volatile play on the road where they are 6-3 straight up but often find themselves in high-scoring shootouts.
Auburn Betting Form
Auburn enters this game with a 14-9 record and a desperate need for a statement win. Under first-year coach Steven Pearl, the Tigers have been an offensive powerhouse but a defensive liability, allowing 78.4 points per game—the third-most in the SEC. They are led by Keyshawn Hall, who is on a tear, averaging nearly 24 points over his last five outings. Auburn’s home-court edge is significant, having covered the spread in eight of their fifteen home games this season. For more on their performance at Neville Arena, visit the Auburn schedule and stats page.
The Tigers’ biggest betting advantage lies in their work on the offensive glass, where they rank 13th nationally in rebounding efficiency. They excel at drawing fouls and getting to the charity stripe, a factor that could spell trouble for a Vanderbilt team that commits nearly 20 personal fouls per game. However, Auburn’s own defensive struggles were exposed by Alabama, and the Auburn injury report should be monitored to ensure their depth in the frontcourt remains intact to exploit Vanderbilt’s lack of size.
Auburn vs Vanderbilt Matchup Breakdown
The tempo in this game is going to be blistering. Both teams rank in the upper echelon of Division 1 in scoring and possessions per game. Vanderbilt wants to spread the floor and let Tyler Tanner create, while Auburn wants to use its physicality to dominate the interior and earn second-chance points. If Vanderbilt cannot keep Auburn off the offensive boards, they will find themselves in a hole early.
- Auburn is 11-3 as a moneyline favorite this season.
- Vanderbilt is 0-2 as an underdog, failing to pull off the upset in both opportunities.
- The Tigers rank 296th in scoring defense, while Vanderbilt is 181st.
- Rebounding margin favors Auburn (+4.0) over a thinner Vanderbilt frontcourt.
One key angle is the foul rate. Vanderbilt’s aggressive defense often leads to high foul counts, and in a loud road environment like “The Jungle,” those whistles tend to favor the home team. If Tanner gets into early foul trouble, Vanderbilt has almost no one else to turn to for consistent shot creation. For bettors looking to dive into conference-specific trends, our college basketball betting guide offers additional insights into SEC road splits.
Auburn vs Vanderbilt Predictions and Best Bets
The line opening at -3.5 for Auburn feels like the market is baiting bettors to take the ranked team plus the points. However, Vanderbilt’s injury situation and their recent defensive collapse against Oklahoma are major red flags. Auburn has been excellent at home, and Keyshawn Hall is playing at an All-SEC level right now. I think the Tigers’ ability to dominate the glass and get to the free-throw line will be the difference in a game that should be close until the final four minutes.
The total of 162.5 is high, but given how these two teams play, it might not be high enough. Both teams prioritize offense over defense, and both recently gave up over 90 points in their last outings. I expect a track meet where both teams trade buckets, but Auburn eventually covers the small number due to their depth and home-court advantage. I’m leaning toward the Tigers to win a high-scoring affair.
Best Bet: Auburn -3.5 (-110).
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