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The Arizona Wildcats take on the Auburn Tigers in Auburn, AL. Tip-off is set for 9 p.m. ET on ESPN2.
Auburn is favored by 1.5 points on the spread with a moneyline of -110. The total is set at 157.5 points.
Here’s my Arizona vs. Auburn prediction and college basketball picks for November 13, 2026.
Arizona vs Auburn Prediction
Pick: Arizona ML -110
My Arizona vs Auburn best bet is on the Wildcats to win straight up. Be sure to find the best lines by using our live NCAAB odds page and download the Action Network app for the latest picks and analysis.
Arizona vs Auburn Odds
| Arizona Odds | ||
|---|---|---|
| Spread | Total | Moneyline |
+1.5 -124 | 157.5 -110o / -110u | -110 |
| Auburn Odds | ||
|---|---|---|
| Spread | Total | Moneyline |
-1.5 +102 | 157.5 -110o / -110u | -110 |
- Arizona vs Auburn spread: Arizona +1.5 (-124), Auburn -1.5 (+102)
- Arizona vs Auburn over/under: 157.5 (-110o / -110u)
- Arizona vs Auburn moneyline: Arizona -110, Auburn -110
Arizona vs Auburn College Basketball Preview
Arizona Basketball
It's been an early season of bruising for the Wildcats, who endured their first loss on opening night to a loaded UCLA team this writer felt was undervalued in the preseason.
Since then, Arizona has bounced back, beating Cal Poly, 104-84, and Northern Arizona, 90-59.
Sophomore forward Ivan Kharchenkov has been a force, leading the team in points, rebounds and steals. As the season progresses, he could develop into one of the best players in the Big 12.
Kharchenkov is complemented by another big man, 7-foot-2 senior Motiejus Krivas, who ranks second on the team in scoring and leads the Wildcats in blocks.
These two should make life hell for the Tigers on Friday.
Auburn Basketball
Auburn opened the season 2-0 with wins over Southeastern Louisiana and App State, but the Tigers are about to face their first true test of the 2026-27 campaign.
They'll look to keep their winning ways alive, hosting Arizona in what should be a much tougher challenge.
Returning starter and junior guard Tahaad Pettiford has been on a tear to start the season, leading the Tigers in both points and assists per game.
Auburn will lean on Pettiford to lead the way during a challenging two-game stretch, with Arizona coming to town on Friday before the Tigers take on Ross Hodge and West Virginia on Tuesday in Las Vegas.
With little time to prepare between matchups, it'll be interesting to see how well Steven Pearl gets his boys ready for the challenge.
Arizona vs Auburn Pick, Betting Analysis
Is Auburn even ready for this game?
The Tigers' preparation for this matchup has consisted of Southeastern Louisiana and App State, two teams ranked outside the top 150, per Bart Torvik.
Meanwhile, Arizona has already suffered its first loss of the season to a very good UCLA team. The Wildcats have also played Cal Poly (ranked inside the top 170) and 314th-ranked Northern Arizona.
Arizona's early loss should only amplify its urgency this season. The Wildcats need to rack up quality wins, and picking up a road victory at Auburn would be huge.
Year two under baby (Steven) Pearl should be a lot better than year one. However, with this being Auburn's first major test of the season, the Tigers' only real advantage is playing in their home gym.
Arizona shouldn't be looking ahead to hosting UConn on Wednesday, especially after already losing to UCLA. The Wildcats can't afford another early-season loss.
Pick: Arizona ML -110
