Bruce Pearl's group reached the Final Four, falling to eventual national champion/SEC brethren Florida in the national semifinals. Pettiford went for 16 or more points in three of Auburn's five NCAA tourney games — though he was held to seven points along with three turnovers against Florida.

Tahaad Pettiford will return to Auburn for his sophomore season, solidifying a key role in Auburn's rotation for next season.

Star point guard Tahaad Pettiford has withdrawn from the NBA Draft, he announced on social media Wednesday, confirming his spot on the Tigers’ roster next season. The decision comes after Pettiford declared for the draft on April 7 while maintaining his college eligibility.