Expert prediction
NIT Second Round: Seattle vs Auburn Preview, Odds, Predictions (March 22)
Pick rationale
Analysis & key factors
- The Redhawks beat St. Thomas-Minnesota in the Round of 32
- The Tigers took down South Alabama in the first round.
- This marks the first all-time matchup between the two squads.
The NIT will have a matchup involving an SEC squad when the Auburn Tigers take on the Seattle Redhawks in the second round. The hosts stand out as the solid favorite, meaning that Seattle will be quite occupied in trying to pull off an upset.
How to Watch
- When: Sunday, March 22, 6:30 pm ET
- Where: Neville Arena, Auburn, Alabama
- How to Watch: ESPN2
NCAA Matchup Odds & Lines
| Team | Odds | Spread | Totals |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seattle | -105 | +14 | O153 |
| Auburn | -115 | -14 | U153 |
Game Preview
The Redhawks (21-13) made sure to get their first win in the NIT since 1957, taking down St. Thomas-Minnesota. They limited their counterparts from St. Paul to just 37.5 percent overall shooting (21-of-56) and just 29.6 percent (8-of-27) during the second half. Brayden Maldonado pumped in 15 points while Will Heimbrodt added 13 plus three blocked shots. On another note, Jojo Murphy and John Christofilis had 10 each off the bench. Seattle ranks 12th nationally in blocks per game (4.9) and is also top 25 in scoring defense (66.6 – 23rd) and turnovers forced (14.94 – 21st). Heimbrodt is the WCC Defensive Player of the Year.
The Tigers (18-16) made sure to earn a win in the NIT after beating South Alabama in the first round. They made a season high 16 3-pointers against South Alabama and tied a school record with 44 3-point attempts. Kevin Overton made seven 3-pointers (all in the second half) against South Alabama and now has 80 triples this season. Keyshawn Hall notched his 18th game of scoring 20 or more points against South Alabama with 21 points against the Jags.
Seattle vs Auburn Head-to-Head
The two programs are facing each other for the first time in their respective histories.
Seattle vs Auburn Predictions
The winner between the Redhawks and Tigers will advance to the NIT quarterfinals to face the winner of Nevada/Liberty on either March 24 or 25. Seattle boasts a solid defense and a balanced offense that can help them make things interesting against Auburn. However, if they can’t slow down Kevin Overton’s perimeter shooting and Keyshawn Hall’s scoring, then their place in the quarters can be secured. Our betting pick here is the Tigers to defend a 14-point spread.
- Free NCAAB pick: Auburn Tigers -14
NCAAB
More Predictions
NFL Odds, Predictions: Broncos vs. Cardinals Week 7 Preview & Picks (Oct 25)
Cards beat the Rams on the road, which gave them a massive morale boost ahead of this event. Meanwhile, the Broncos are in excellent shape, with 4 wins in 5 weeks. Both teams aim for a triumph in Glendale, yet who will come out on top? Stay tuned with us to see the latest NFL […]
Men’s National Championship: UConn vs Michigan Preview, Odds, Predictions (April 6)
The NCAA Tournament has come down to its last game of the 2025-26 campaign, seeing the Big East’s UConn Huskies duke it out with the Big Ten’s Michigan Wolverines. The latter stands out as the slight favorite, presenting the high stakes that will be actively present in this championship showdown. How to Watch NCAA Matchup […]
NIT Championship: Tulsa vs Auburn Preview, Odds, Predictions (April 5)
The 2026 NIT will come to an end as the Auburn Tigers take on the Tulsa Golden Hurricane on Sunday night. The former stands out as the slight favorite, meaning that Tulsa will have its work cut out for them throughout the championship showdown. How to Watch NCAA Matchup Odds & Lines Team Odds Spread […]
College Basketball Crown Championship: Oklahoma vs West Virginia Preview, Odds, Predictions (April 5)
The 2026 College Basketball Crown will come to a close when the West Virginia Mountaineers take on the Oklahoma Sooners. The Sooners stand out as a slight favorite, paving the way for a great showdown in the championship round. How to Watch NCAA Matchup Odds & Lines Team Odds Spread Totals Oklahoma -115 -3 O137 […]
Women’s National Championship: South Carolina vs UCLA Preview, Odds, Predictions (April 5)
The championship game of the 2026 NCAA Women’s Tournament has arrived as it features a battle between the SEC’s South Carolina Gamecocks and the Big Ten’s UCLA Bruins. The former comes out as the slight favorite as both teams compete for the right to end the campaign as national champions. How to Watch NCAA Matchup […]