Mercer at Auburn

Mercer is off a 10-day layoff and really hasn't been tested outside of a trip to Davidson, losing 77-71 as a +12 dog. The Bears are 1-4-1 ATS vs. a team with a winning straight-up record. This is a tough spot, heading to an angry SEC school off a defeat. Auburn is on a 3-1 SU, 2-1 ATS run, but off an 88-81 defeat at Middle Tennessee State in overtime. Auburn coach Bruce Pearl was not happy and is looking for a more complete team effort. Auburn is on an 8-2-1 spread run, including 6-2 ATS in their last eight non-conference games. The wagering value is for the home team with a chip on its shoulder to win the game outright. Play Auburn on the moneyline.