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Auburn Defeats LSU 87-74 - Recap

Auburn got a 26-point performance from Johni Broome, who added 16 rebounds as Auburn ran past LSU 87-74 on Wednesday at Pete Maravich Assembly Center.

Bettors who backed Auburn were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as a favorite of -12.0 at sportsbooks.

Miles Kelly had 13 points for Auburn and Chad Baker-Mazara chipped in with 11 points. Chad Baker-Mazara had 7 assists for them, while Johni Broome was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 16 boards.

LSU got a 24-point performance from Cam Carter, who was supported by 13 points from Dji Bailey. Jordan Sears had 2 assists in a losing cause for LSU, while Corey Chest grabbed 7 rebounds.

Auburn was winning at the break before taking care of business in the second half.

The rebound battle favored Auburn as they grabbed 46 boards, while LSU only had 32

Auburn heads into a battle against Ole Miss. LSU, meanwhile, will have their next action against Texas.