Auburn Basketball Adapts Without Starting Center

Auburn Basketball Faces Center Void with KeShawn Murphys Departure

Auburns starting center, KeShawn Murphy, has left the team, leaving a significant gap in the frontcourt. Murphy, who started 29 games and led the team in rebounding, played his last game in his only season with the Tigers. His departure comes after a strong performance in the SEC tournament, where he scored 15 points, grabbed 9 rebounds, and had 4 steals and 2 blocks against Mississippi State.

Coach Steven Pearl was caught off guard by Murphys decision, as he had not mentioned sitting out. Murphy was a key leader for the team, especially after speaking up about deserving an NCAA bid.

With Murphys departure, Auburn will now rely on 20-year-old freshman Filip Jovic in the starting lineup. The team may also use smaller lineups featuring Sebastian Williams-Adams or Keyshawn Hall at center.

Auburn will host South Alabama tonight at 9 p.m. Central on ESPN2 at Neville Arena, with a chance to play up to three home games in the tournament.

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