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<\/p>\nThe Auburn Tigers are fresh off a historic season, led by head coach Bruce Pearl.<\/p>\n
Auburn earned a program record 32 wins last season, led by Naismith Player of the Year runner-up Johni Broome and star freshman Tahaad Pettiford.<\/p>\n
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After the season, where the Tigers lost in the Final Four, Pearl lost a key member of his coaching staff.<\/p>\n
On Wednesday, Auburn assistant Chad Prewett announced his retirement from college basketball.<\/p>\n
After Prewett shared the news, Pearl took to social media, sending a message to his former staff member.<\/p>\n
“Thank you Chad and the entire Prew Crew,” Pearl said. “Everyone knows what a great man you are, but few knew how great a basketball mind you have. You helped make Auburn Basketball history! Friends for life, I promise to keep the faith and family culture you helped build! Gods calling you!”<\/p>\n
Prewett served 10 seasons on Pearl’s staff. During their time together, they established the Auburn Tigers as one of the most prestigious college basketball programs in the country.<\/p>\n
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After sharing a heartfelt response to his retirement from Pearl’s staff and college basketball as a whole, Prewett sent his final message.<\/p>\n
“Thank you, Auburn family,” Pearl said. “I am forever grateful. WAR EAGLE.”<\/p>\n
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Auburn Tigers head coach Bruce Pearl.Bob Donnan-Imagn Images<\/p>\n
Last season, the Auburn Tigers made their way to the Final Four with wins over Alabama State, Creighton, Michigan and Michigan State.<\/p>\n
They ultimately lost to the eventual national champion Florida Gators, ending their run in the NCAA Tournament just short of a national title appearance in Prewett’s last season.<\/p>\n
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