Following the loss to Purdue in the championship game of the Cancun Challenge, Auburn bounced back to a victory against USC Upstate, 90-83. Auburn was never really able to keep its foot on the gas pedal, resulting in a closer finish than most would have liked.
The Positives
Mustapha Heron
Yet again, another strong performance from the freshman guard. Heron was 7-12 from the field, 2-5 from three-point range and a perfect 7-7 from the free throw line. It’s remarkable to think that Heron is only a freshman, because he’s been the Tigers’ most consistent player since his breakout game against Eastern Kentucky.