Here is a look at how Auburn's performance in the SEC Tournament affects their standing in the final coaches poll before the NCAA Tournament.

Auburn men’s basketball’s quest for a national championship will officially begin Thursday, as the Tigers will face either Alabama State or St. Francis (PA). It will be in the second TV window of the day on Thursday, with the game scheduled to tip off at 1:50 p.m.

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The Auburn Tigers have earned the No. 1 overall seed in the men's NCAA tournament. This is a developing story. Check back for updates. This article was originally published on as Auburn Earns No. 1 Overall Seed in Men's NCAA Tournament.

"Auburn has locked up the No. 1 overall seed regardless of further results,” Lunardi said in his latest report. Auburn currently ranks No. 2 in the NCAA NET rankings, but has 16 Quad I wins, three more than Michigan State, who has the next most. Duke, who is No. 1 in the NET, has eight Quad I wins.