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The expectations are high for this Auburn basketball team.
Bruce Pearl and his Tigers get the season rolling against Morehead State Tuesday night but before the season starts, USA TODAY went to each of their local writers to get a bold prediction about the team they cover.
Bennet Durando of the Montgomery Advertiser wrote the following bold prediction about this Auburn basketball team.
Even with Flanigan out until at least mid-December, Auburn will be back as an SEC contender. No more Pearl-style small ball. Smith and Walker Kessler will stretch the floor and be one of the best frontcourts in the country.
The Tigers have depth at every position and will be able to wear down opposing teams over the course of 40 minutes. This helped Auburn pull away in their 68-54 win in the exhibition game against Southern Indiana.
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