Forward Jabari Smith ... figure out. Smith only showed flashes as an interior defender and rim protector, as Auburn didn't need him in those roles as frequently with Walker Kessler in the paint.

Winners of three of their past four, the Rockets also saw the return of Jabari Smith Jr., who totaled 15 points ... Kyle Filipowski added 12 points and Walker Kessler contributed 19 rebounds ...

Gonzaga, Auburn place two each on final men's Wooden Award ballot; ... Gonzaga's Drew Timme and Chet Holmgren, Auburn's Walker Kessler and Jabari Smith and front-runner Oscar Tshiebwe of Kentucky ...