Why did Charles Barkley want Auburn to play High Point?
Barkley was impressed by High Point coach Flynn Clayman's passionate postgame speech after their NCAA Tournament upset win.
Sports / College Basketball
NBA legend Charles Barkley has "guaranteed" that Auburn will play High Point in the 2026-27 season after being impressed by High Point coach Flynn Clayman's postgame speech following their upset win over Wisconsin in the NCAA Tournament.
Following High Point's upset victory over Wisconsin in the NCAA Tournament, Charles Barkley was captivated by coach Flynn Clayman’s passionate speech. Clayman emphasized that High Point had been overlooked by major programs throughout the season. Barkley, inspired by Clayman's remarks, declared that Auburn would play High Point in the upcoming season. He plans to contact Auburn's coach, Steven Pearl, and AD John Cohen, to make the game a reality. Barkley proposed a neutral site for the game, accommodating both teams and their fans. This move aims to provide mid-major programs with opportunities and recognition against larger schools.
Barkley was impressed by High Point coach Flynn Clayman's passionate postgame speech after their NCAA Tournament upset win.
Barkley suggested a neutral site located somewhere between Auburn and High Point.
Clayman emphasized that high-major teams should not overlook mid-major programs and give them opportunities to compete.
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