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As the second half unfolded, Auburn expanded their lead, showcasing their dominance. With contributions from Baker Mazar, who hit a remarkable step-back three-pointer, they asserted their offensive prowess with a barrage of three-point shots. Their momentum swayed greatly in their favor as they maintained high shooting percentages, making them a tough team to contend with.
Missouri's struggle to find their rhythm during the early moments of the second half exposed vulnerabilities in their game plan, as they went over five minutes without a field goal. However, through the resilience of players like Mitchell, they managed to regain some footing and attempted to claw back into contention.