Technical Difficulties Disrupt Auburn vs. Kentucky Game Broadcast
The March 1, 2025, basketball game between the Auburn Tigers and the Kentucky Wildcats was marred by significant technical issues during its ABC broadcast. Midway through the second half, the feed was lost due to a power outage in a production truck outside Rupp Arena. Despite efforts to restore the broadcast, only the final 2:23 of the game were aired on ESPNEWS.
Auburn Triumphs Amidst Broadcast Challenges
On the court, the Auburn Tigers secured a decisive 94-78 victory over the Kentucky Wildcats. This win marked Auburn’s first road victory at Kentucky’s Rupp Arena since 1988. Guards Miles Kelly and Chad Baker-Mazara led Auburn’s scoring efforts, contributing significantly to the team’s success.
Historical Context: Auburn’s Previous Program Challenges
Auburn’s basketball program has faced challenges in the past. In December 2021, the NCAA placed Auburn’s men’s basketball team on four years’ probation and fined the university $5,000 plus 3% of its budget. This action stemmed from violations committed by former associate head coach Chuck Person, who accepted $91,500 in bribes from a financial advisor in exchange for influencing student-athletes and their families.
