Mississippi State guard Claudell Harris Jr. (0) shoots a three pointer as Auburn guard Denver Jones (2) defends during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game, Tuesday, Jan. 14, 2025, in Auburn, Ala. (AP Photo/Butch Dill)

Auburn guard Denver Jones (2) blocks the shot attempt of Mississippi State guard Josh Hubbard (12) during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game, Tuesday, Jan. 14, 2025, in Auburn, Ala. (AP Photo/Butch Dill)

Mississippi State forward RJ Melendez (22) slam dunks the ball against Auburn during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game, Tuesday, Jan. 14, 2025, in Auburn, Ala. (AP Photo/Butch Dill)

Mississippi State guard Shawn Jones Jr. (5) looks to pass as Auburn guard Denver Jones (2) defends during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game, Tuesday, Jan. 14, 2025, in Auburn, Ala. (AP Photo/Butch Dill)

Auburn head coach Bruce Pearl reacts to a foul during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game against Mississippi State, Tuesday, Jan. 14, 2025, in Auburn, Ala. (AP Photo/Butch Dill)