Auburn Basketball Flight Returns Due to Players' Horseplay
- The Tigers had to turn back their flight due to potential conflict among players.
- The game against the Houston Cougars is significant for both ranked teams.
- Auburn hopes to take a different flight in time for the game scheduled at 9:30 p.m. ET.
The Auburn men's basketball team was scheduled to play the Houston Cougars in an early-season game on November 9, 2024. However, the team’s flight to Texas faced an unexpected issue shortly after takeoff. Reports indicate that about 45 minutes into the flight, horseplay among players escalated, causing the pilots to decide to turn back for safety reasons. The incident complicated the team's travel plans just before an important nonconference game, which is expected to significantly impact both teams' standings. Despite the disruption, expectations remain that the team will travel to Houston on another flight later on Friday night. Timing is crucial, as the game is slated to start at 9:30 p.m. ET, and the Tigers hope to arrive on schedule. This game is particularly important for both teams, as Auburn is ranked No. 11 and Houston is ranked No. 4, making it a key measuring stick for their respective seasons.