After reaching the Final Four for only the second time in their history, Auburn basketball faces new challenges as they aim for another extensive NCAA Tournament run in the 2025-26 season.
Most players who contributed to the Tigers’ impressive 32-win season are departing. This group includes Johni Broome, Dylan Cardwell, Miles Kelly, Denver Jones, Chris Moore, Ja’Heim Hudson, and JP Pegues.
Fortunately, the transfer portal enables teams to quickly adjust, minimizing the need for lengthy rebuilds. Head coach Bruce Pearl has swiftly brought in top-tier players to fill the significant gaps left by those leaving.
As reported by 247Sports, Auburn now boasts the seventh-ranked transfer class in the country. Pearl’s task is to integrate these newcomers into a cohesive unit capable of excelling in the most competitive college basketball conference.
The early offseason national championship odds reflect the expectations surrounding the Tigers.
Auburn basketball 2025-26 national championship odds (+2500 at BetMGM)
Odds as of May 7:
| Sportsbook | Odds |
|---|---|
| BetMGM | +2500 |
| DraftKings | +3000 |
| FanDuel | +3000 |
| bet365 | +2500 |
| Caesars | +3000 |
| Fanatics | +2200 |
While odds differ among platforms, bookmakers generally expect Auburn to face challenges next season. At BetMGM, the Tigers are tied with several teams for the 11th-best championship odds.
Auburn fans shouldn’t be overly worried; recent national champions have had preseason odds ranging from +2000 to +8000. Notably, six champions since the 2010-2011 season were at +2000 or longer prior to the season.
