Gonzaga Bulldogs Betting Preview

The Gonzaga Bulldogs are 25-8 (14-4) this year after they defeated St. Mary’s by a score of 58-51 in the WCC Conference Tournament Final. Gonzaga led 33-31 at halftime and held St. Mary’s to just 20 points in the second half in the win. The Bulldogs shot 41.3% from the field, 6.7% on three-pointers, and 71.4% on free throws in the game. Braden Huff led Gonzaga with 18 points and four rebounds, while Khalif Battle added 14 points and five steals in the game. 

Prior to that win, the Bulldogs defeated San Francisco in back-to-back games by scores of 85-76 and 95-75. Gonzaga has won four games in a row and they finished second in the WCC standings with a 14-4 record. The Bulldogs were tested in the non-conference part of their schedule, as they have wins over Baylor, San Diego State, and Indiana while picking up close losses to Kentucky, UConn, and UCLA. Gonzaga has scored 86.6 points per game and they have allowed 69.6 points per game, while also averaging 38.6 rebounds and 19.7 assists per game this season. Graham Ike is averaging 17.1 points, 7.5 rebounds, and 1.4 assists per game, while Khalif Battle is averaging 13.2 points, 3.5 rebounds, and 1.5 assists per game this season. Gonzaga is shooting 50% from the field, 80.1% on free throws, and 34.4% on three-pointers this year. 

Georgia Bulldogs Betting Preview

The Georgia Bulldogs are 20-12 (8-10) this season after they lost to Oklahoma by a score of 81-75 in their last game. Georgia trailed 43-39 at halftime and allowed 38 more points in the second half in the loss. The Bulldogs shot 44.4% from the field, 35.7% on three-pointers, and 56.3% on free throws in the game. Silas Demary Jr. led Georgia with 24 points and three rebounds, while Asa Newell added 21 points and 17 rebounds in the game. 

Prior to that loss, the Bulldogs defeated Vanderbilt by a score of 79-68 and South Carolina by a score of 73-64. Georgia has won four of their last five games and they finished tied for ninth in the SEC standings with an 8-10 record. Georgia has scored 75.6 points per game and they have allowed 69.3 points per game, while also averaging 36.6 rebounds and 12.5 assists per game this season. Asa Newell is averaging 15.3 points, 6.8 rebounds, and 1.0 steals per game, while Silas Demary Jr. is averaging 13.4 points, 4.0 rebounds, and 3.1 assists per game this year. Georgia is shooting 46.4% from the field, 71.7% on free throws, and 33.5% on three-pointers this season. 

Why Gonzaga will beat Georgia

• Gonzaga has won 24 of its last 25 games against non-AP-ranked opponents at a neutral venue.
• Georgia has lost 14 of its last 15 day games against AP-ranked opponents.
• Gonzaga has won the first half in 11 of its last 12 games against non-AP-ranked opponents at a neutral venue.

Total Points Facts

• Each of Gonzaga’s last six games against non-AP-ranked opponents at a neutral venue has produced a total of 151+ points.
• Each of Georgia’s last four day games at a neutral venue has produced a total of 149 or fewer points.

Matchup/League Facts

• Gonzaga ranks 1st among Division 1 teams for assists per game this season (19.9).
• Gonzaga ranks 1st among Division 1 teams for assist-to-turnover ratio this season (2.05).
• Georgia ranks 11th among Division 1 teams for blocks per game this season (5.3).
• Georgia ranks 22nd among Division 1 teams for opponent three-point percentage this season (30.3%).

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Gonzaga vs Georgia Prediction 

Gonzaga didn’t look as dominant as they normally do for most of this season, but they were able to beat St. Mary’s on their third try to win the conference tournament. Gonzaga is one of the highest-scoring teams in the country this year and they are shooting 50% from the field. Georgia battled in a very tough SEC this year and they scored at least 75 points in four of their last five games. I am interested to see how Gonzaga looks against an SEC team, but I really don’t trust either defensive unit, so give me the over here. 

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Georgia Bulldogs Betting Preview

The Georgia Bulldogs are 20-11 (8-10) this year after they defeated Vanderbilt by a score of 79-68 in their last game. Georgia was tied at 39 at halftime, but they outscored Vanderbilt 40-29 in the second half for the win. The Bulldogs shot 44.9% from the field, 44.4% on three pointers, and 73% on free throws in the game. Asa Newell led Georgia with 15 points and four rebounds, while Silas Demary Jr. added 15 points and two rebounds in the game. 

Prior to that win, the Bulldogs defeated South Carolina by a score of 73-64 and Texas by a score of 83-67. Georgia has won four games in a row and they finished tied for ninth in the SEC standings with an 8-10 record. Georgia has scored 75.6 points per game and they have allowed 68.9 points against per game, while also averaging 36.6 rebounds and 12.5 assists per game this season. Asa Newell is averaging 15.1 points, 6.5 rebounds, and 1.1 steals per game, while Silas Demary Jr. is averaging 13.1 points, 4.0 rebounds, and 3.1 assists per game this year. Georgia is shooting 46.4% from the field, 72.1% on free throws, and 33.4% on three pointers this season. 

Oklahoma Sooners Betting Preview

The Oklahoma Sooners are 19-12 (6-12) this season after they defeated Texas by a score of 76-72 in their last game. Oklahoma was tied at 37 at halftime and they scored 39 points in the second half to escape with the huge win. The Sooners shot 39.7% from the field, 33.3% on three pointers, and 78.6% on free throws in the game. Brycen Goodine led Oklahoma with 14 points and four rebounds, while Jeremiah Fears added 13 points and four assists in the win. 

Prior to that game, the Sooners defeated Missouri by a score of 96-84, but did lose to Ole Miss by a score of 87-84 before that. Oklahoma has won three of their last five games and they finished tied for 13th in the SEC standings with a 6-12 record. Oklahoma has scored 78.6 points per game and they have allowed 74.5 points against per game, while also averaging 32.2 rebounds and 13.7 assists per game this season. Jeremiah Fears is averaging 16.3 points, 4.1 rebounds, and 4.2 assists per game, while Jalon Moore is averaging 16.2 points, 5.8 rebounds, and 0.5 assists per game this year. Oklahoma is shooting 47.1% from the field, 79.7% on free throws, and 36.6% on three pointers this season. 

Why Georgia will beat Oklahoma

• Georgia has won 16 of its last 17 games against non-AP-ranked opponents.
• Oklahoma has lost eight of its last 10 Conference Tournament games.
• Georgia has won the first half in each of its last 13 night games against non-AP-ranked opponents.

Total Points Facts

• Eleven of Georgia’s last 12 Conference Tournament games have produced a total of 144 or fewer points.
• Nine of Oklahoma’s last 10 Conference Tournament games have produced a total of 147 or fewer points.

Matchup/League Facts

• Georgia ranks 11th among Division 1 teams for blocks per game this season (5.3).
• Georgia ranks 22nd among Division 1 teams for opponent three-point percentage this season (30.3%).
• Oklahoma ranks 7th among Division 1 teams for free throw percentage this season (79.7%).
• Oklahoma ranks 11th among Division 1 teams for free throws made per game this season (17.6).

Georgia vs Oklahoma Prediction 

Both of these teams come into this matchup on the bubble for the NCAA Tournament, so this is a huge game for both sides. Georgia has won four games in a row and they have scored at least 79 points in three of those wins. The Bulldogs are shooting 46.4% from the field this year and their defense has been very strong recently, as they have allowed 68 points or fewer in three straight. Oklahoma has won two games in a row, but they have not been as strong defensively, as they have allowed at least 83 points in four of their last five games. Georgia did win the first meeting with Oklahoma by a score of 72-62 and I think their defense will be the difference here. Take the Bulldogs to cover. 

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Matchup History

These two teams have not met yet this season, but last year’s lone meeting on February 21^st, 2024, at Vanderbilt, went the way of the Georgia Bulldogs by a final score of 76-64.

Vanderbilt Recap

The Vanderbilt Commodores come into this game looking to bounce back from their 90-77 loss to Arkansas last time out, sitting at 20-10 on the year.

Commodores Looking To Bounce Back To Close Out Schedule

Jason Edwards leads the Commodores in scoring with 17.2 PPG while Devin McGlockton has 10.5 PPG with a team-high 8 RPG to lead the Commodores on the glass. AJ Hoggard has 10 PPG with 2.6 RPG and a team-high 4.6 APG to lead the Commodores in assists, while Tyler Nickel also has 10.3 PPG as well on the year rounding out the group of double-digit scorers for Vanderbilt so far this season. MJ Collins Jr. has chipped in 7.9 PPG and Jaylen Carey has 8.4 PPG with 5.9 RPG as well this season. As a team, Vanderbilt is averaging 80.4 PPG on 45.7% shooting from the field, 32.8% from three and 74.8% from the foul line this season.

Why the Vanderbilt Commodores will win

• Georgia has lost each of its last 11 day games against the Southeastern Conference.
• Vanderbilt has won 10 of its last 12 day games against non-AP-ranked opponents.

Georgia Recap

The Georgia Bulldogs come into this game looking to add on to their 73-64 win over South Carolina in their last game to improve to 19-11 on the year.

Bulldogs Win Three In A Row

Asa Newell leads the Bulldogs in scoring and rebounding with 15.4 PPG and 6.8 RPG while Silas Demary Jr. has 12.5 PPG with 3.9 RPG and a team-high 3.2 APG as the only other double-digit scorer for Georgia so far this season. Dakota Leffew has 9.8 PPG while Tyrin Lawrence has 8.6 PPG with 3.1 RPG and 2.5 APG of his own. Blue Cain also has 9.2 PPG with 4 RPG as well this season. As a team, Georgia is averaging 75.3 PPG on 46.2% shooting from the field, 33.1% from behind the arc and 71.8% from the foul line so far this season.

Why the Georgia Bulldogs will win

• Georgia has won each of its last 13 games at Stegeman Coliseum against non-AP-ranked opponents.
• Vanderbilt has lost six of its last seven road games.

Total Points Facts

• Five of Vanderbilt’s last six road games against Conference opponents have produced a total of 157+ points.
• Five of Georgia’s last six games against non-AP-ranked opponents at Stegeman Coliseum have produced a total of 149 or fewer points.

Georgia vs Vanderbilt Prediction

I’m on Georgia here. As much as I like the Commodores and what Mark Byington has done in year one for Vandy, probably taking this team back to the NCAA tournament, they just haven’t been as strong on the road, plain and simple. Georgia hasn’t either but they’re thankfully at home in this one where they’re 14-3 on the year. I just think that Georgia on senior day and their final regular season home game pick up one more win to get themselves further away from the bubble and into the tournament discussion here. Give me Georgia laying the points in this one.

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South Carolina Gamecocks Betting Preview

The South Carolina Gamecocks are 12-17 (2-14) this year after they defeated Arkansas by a score of 72-53 in their last game. South Carolina led 32-14 at halftime and added 40 points in the second half to cruise to the win. The Gamecocks shot 47.2% from the field, 35.7% on three-pointers, and 81% on free throws in the game. Collin Murray-Boyles led South Carolina with 35 points and seven rebounds, while Nick Pringle added 18 points and nine rebounds in the game. 

Prior to that win, the Gamecocks lost to Missouri by a score of 101-71 but did beat Texas by a score of 84-69 before that. South Carolina has lost 14 of their last 16 games and they are currently last in the SEC standings with a 2-14 record. South Carolina has scored 70.2 points per game and they have allowed 71.2 points per game, while also averaging 34.8 rebounds and 12.8 assists per game this season. Collin Murray-Boyles is averaging 16.8 points, 8.4 rebounds, and 2.4 assists per game, while Jamarii Thomas is averaging 13.1 points, 3.1 rebounds, and 3.1 assists per game this year. South Carolina is shooting 43.3% from the field, 71% on free throws, and 31.6% on three-pointers this season. 

Georgia Bulldogs Betting Preview

The Georgia Bulldogs are 18-11 (6-10) this season after they defeated Texas by a score of 83-67 in their last game. Georgia led 46-29 at halftime, but they were outscored 38-37 in the second half in the win. The Bulldogs shot 51.8% from the field, 36.4% on three-pointers, and 70.8% on free throws in the game. Silas Demary Jr. led Georgia with 26 points and four rebounds, while Blue Cain added 13 points and nine rebounds in the game. 

Prior to that win, the Bulldogs defeated Florida by a score of 88-83 but did lose to Auburn by a score of 82-70 before that. Georgia has lost four of their last six games and they are currently tied for 11th in the SEC standings with a 6-10 record. Georgia has scored 75.6 points per game and they have allowed 69.1 points per game, while also averaging 36.6 rebounds and 12.9 assists per game this year. Asa Newell is averaging 15.2 points, 6.8 rebounds, and 1.1 steals per game, while Silas Demary Jr. is averaging 12.9 points, 3.9 rebounds, and 3.1 assists per game this year. Georgia is shooting 46.4% from the field, 71.8% on free throws, and 33.2% on three-pointers this season. 

Why Georgia will beat South Carolina

• Georgia has won 14 of its last 15 games against non-AP-ranked opponents.
• South Carolina has lost nine of its last 10 night games against the Southeastern Conference.
• Georgia has won the first half in each of its last 12 night games against non-AP-ranked opponents.

Total Points Facts

• Each of South Carolina’s last six night games against the Southeastern Conference has produced a total of 140+ points.
• Seven of Georgia’s last eight games against Conference opponents have produced a total of 143+ points.

South Carolina vs Georgia Prediction 

South Carolina comes into this matchup after knocking off two NCAA bubble teams in their last two home games, and they will be at home once again. The Gamecocks have been awful in conference play this year, but they are doing a great job of playing the spoiler role right now. Georgia has won two games in a row, including a great win against Florida, but they need to keep winning if they want to make the tourney. Georgia is shooting over 46% from the field this year and they have scored 83 and 88 points in their last two games. I know South Carolina has a ton of momentum at home, but Georgia is the better team and I like them to get the win. 

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Matchup History

These two teams have not met yet this season, and have not met since the 2019 season where Georgia won by a final score of 98-88 at home.

Georgia Recap

The Georgia Bulldogs come into this game looking to build on their 88-83 win over Florida last time out to improve to 17-11 on the year. After this game, Georgia will head on the road for a game against South Carolina.

Bulldogs Get Huge Win For Tournament Resume

Asa Newell leads the Bulldogs in scoring and rebounding with 15.4 PPG and 6.8 RPG while Silas Demary Jr. has 12.5 PPG with 3.9 RPG and a team-high 3.2 APG as the only other double-digit scorer for Georgia so far this season. Dakota Leffew has 9.8 PPG while Tyrin Lawrence has 8.6 PPG with 3.1 RPG and 2.5 APG of his own. Blue Cain also has 9.2 PPG with 4 RPG as well this season. As a team, Georgia is averaging 75.3 PPG on 46.2% shooting from the field, 33.1% from behind the arc and 71.8% from the foul line so far this season.

Why the Georgia Bulldogs will win

• Georgia has won 13 of its last 14 games against non-AP-ranked opponents.
• Texas has lost each of its last four games against non-AP-ranked opponents.

Texas Recap

The Texas Longhorns come into this game looking to bounce back from an 86-81 loss at the hands of Arkansas last time out to sit at 16-12 on the year. After this game, Texas will head on the road for a game against Mississippi State.

Longhorns Lose 5 Of Last 6

Tre Johnson leads the Longhorns in scoring with 20.9 PPG along with 3.1 RPG and 2.6 APG while Arthur Kaluma has 12.7 PPG with a team-high 7.9 RPG to lead the Longhorns in rebounding and Jordan Pope has 10.7 PPG to cap off the trio of double-digit scorers for Texas so far this season. Tramon Mark has 9.3 PPG with 3.6 RPG and Kadin Shedrick has 8.5 PPG with 6.3 RPG as well this year. Julian Larry is also contributing 5.1 PPG with a team-high 3.5 APG to lead the Longhorns in the assist department up to this point in the year. As a team, Texas is averaging 78.4 PPG on 46.5% shooting from the field, 35.9% from three and 75.3% from the foul line this season.

Why the Texas Longhorns will win

• Texas has won each of its last 11 night games after coming off overtime.
• Georgia has lost each of its last seven road games.

Georgia vs. Texas Prediction

I’m on Texas here. I get the allure of backing Georgia after the Florida win as the Bulldogs looked good after the fact, but this is setting up for a letdown spot after such a big win, the Georgia Bulldogs allowed Florida to climb all the way back in that game despite holding a huge lead almost the entire way, and Texas is in dire need of big wins to bolster their NCAA tournament resume. I think that Texas gets the bounce back win at home and I think the Bulldogs suffer the dreaded letdown effort here. Give me Texas.

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When these two teams faced off on January 25th, it was Florida that secured the 89-59 victory. 

Georgia is ice-cold

Georgia is ice-cold heading into this game, having lost four straight games against Mississippi State, Texas A&M, Missouri, and Auburn. It was a tough matchup against Auburn, and they actually stuck around decently. In the second half, though, the defense gave up 53 points, which led to the defeat. Georgia shot only 38.6 percent from the field and 31.8 percent from deep. The defense had no answer for Johni Broome either, and the defense will be tested again in this game. 

Georgia overall sits with a 16-11 record, and they have gone 13-14 against the spread. The offense hasn’t been great, but the defense is ranked 82nd, and they will need the defense to step up here in a big way. If the defense struggles, this could be a very long game. Asa Newell has been the top player, averaging 15.4 points while shooting 55.3 percent from the field and 29.4 percent from behind the three-point line. Tyrin Lawrence is dealing with an undisclosed injury, but he’s probable for this game. 

Florida Just Keeps Winning

Florida just keeps winning games, but the last game wasn’t perfect. At halftime against LSU, Florida was down 37-31, but in the second half, they outscored 48-28, which was enough for the victory. Florida shot 44.3 percent from the field and 31.8 percent from deep. They also went 10-14 from the free-throw line. Reuben Chinyelu had a huge game, putting up 19 points, 13 points, and two assists. Five different players put up at least 11 points. It’s going to need to be a balanced attack. Alex Condon missed the game with an injury, but he’s expected to be back for this game, and that’s a big boost. 

Florida has a 24-3 record overall and has gone 20-7 against the spread. As the favorite, they have gone 22-1. Florida is averaging 83.6 points, while their defense is giving up 66.3 points per game. They want to push the pace, but in the first game, the defense was actually super impressive, and this would be a chance to make another statement with the defense. Walter Clayton Jr is having a huge season, averaging 17.1 points while shooting 44.9 percent from the field and 36.5 percent from deep. I would expect Florida to try to push the pace again here. 

Why Florida Will Beat Georgia

• Florida has won 21 of its last 22 games against non-AP-ranked opponents.
• Georgia has lost each of its last six games against Top 10 AP-ranked opponents.
• Florida has won the first half in eight of its last 10 games against Georgia.

Total Points Facts

• Six of Georgia’s last seven night games have produced a total of 143 or fewer points.
• Twelve of Florida’s last 15 night games against Conference opponents have produced a total of 149+ points.

Georgia vs Florida Prediction

Remember what happened the first time these two teams faced off? The Georgia offense couldn’t get anything going, and their defense couldn’t make any stops. Florida is averaging 83.6 points, and they are going to have no issue against a Georgia defense that I don’t trust. Florida is 5-0 against the spread in their last five games following an against-the-spread win, and it will be much of the same here. Florida has just too many scorers, and they will end up cruising here. Back Florida will win this game and cover the spread.

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Georgia Bulldogs Betting Preview

The Georgia Bulldogs (16-10, 12-14 ATS) are not playing well at the moment. Competing in what is widely regarded as one of the most challenging conferences in college basketball history, the Bulldogs have suffered defeats in their last seven encounters with ranked teams, all of which occurred during conference play. Following their home victories against Kentucky and Oklahoma in early January, the Bulldogs have experienced a decline, losing eight out of their last ten games, with victories only against the two weakest teams in the SEC, LSU and South Carolina.

Georgia is averaging 75.0 PPG (160th) and is allowing 68.2 PPG (71st). The Bulldogs are getting 36.9 RPG (120th) and are having 13.0 APG (254th). Asa Newell is the team’s top scorer with 15.3 PPG, along with a team-high 6.8 RPG, 1.2 SPG, and 1.1 BPG. Silas Demary Jr. adds 11.9 PPG with 4.0 RPG, a team-high 3.2 APG, and a team-high 1.6 SPG, while Dakota Leffew has 10.3 PPG.

Auburn Tigers Betting Preview

The Auburn Tigers (24-2, 16-10 ATS) were on a fantastic 14-game winning run before a home loss to Florida came. Nevertheless, the best team in college basketball bounced back with three consecutive victories, defeating Vanderbilt, Alabama, and Arkansas, two of which were on the road. The Tigers are pursuing their fifth SEC regular-season title and their second No. 1 seed in the NCAA Tournament since the inception of seeding in 1978.

Auburn averages 84.4 PPG (7th) and allows 68.1 PPG (70th). The Tigers are 47th in rebounds (38.6) and 40th in assists (16.6). Johni Broome leads the team with 18.0 PPG, 11.0 RPG, 3.4 APG, and 2.6 BPG. Chad Baker-Mazara follows him with 12.4 PPG, 3.4 RPG, and 1.2 SPG; Tahaad Pettiford averages 11.3 PPG, while Miles Kelly, Denver Jones, and Chaney Johnson are all double-digits in scoring.

Why Auburn will beat Georgia

• Auburn has won each of its last 24 games at Neville Arena against non-AP-ranked opponents.
• Georgia has lost each of its last 10 day games against the Southeastern Conference.
• Auburn has won the first half in each of its last 24 games at Neville Arena against non-AP-ranked opponents.

Total Points Facts

• Six of Georgia’s last seven road games have produced a total of 148 or fewer points.
• Four of Auburn’s last five day games against non-AP-ranked opponents at Neville Arena have produced a total of 152+ points.

Georgia vs Auburn Injury Report

Tyrin Lawrence is dealing with a leg injury and is uncertain about taking the court for the Bulldogs.

Georgia vs Auburn Prediction

Auburn owns Georgia in recent H2H encounters; the Tigers won six of the last seven duels and are on a four-game winning streak. Auburn narrowly defeated Georgia a month ago on the road, but at home on Saturday, I don’t think the Tigers will have any issues.

Auburn is 11-1 at home while Georgia is 1-6 on the road, and that away win came against Georgia Tech back in mid-November. The Tigers are 16-10 ATS, and I firmly believe they will put this game to bed in the first half, or early in the second. Feel free to back the hosts to cover in this one.

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Georgia Bulldogs Betting Preview

The Georgia Bulldogs are 16-9 (4-8) this year after they lost to Texas A&M by a score of 69-53 in their last game. Georgia led 32-23 at halftime, but they scored just 21 points in the second half in the loss. The Bulldogs shot 32.7% from the field, 28% on three pointers, and 77.8% on free throws in the game. Silas Demary Jr. led Georgia with 19 points and four assists, while Blue Cain added 17 points and five rebounds in the loss. 

Prior to that game, the Bulldogs lost to Mississippi State by a score of 76-75, but did beat LSU by a score of 81-62 before that. Georgia has lost seven of their last nine games and they are currently 12th in the SEC standings with a 4-8 record. Georgia has scored 75.0 points per game and they have allowed 67.4 points against per game, while also averaging 37.3 rebounds and 13.0 assists per game this season. Asa Newell is averaging 15.0 points, 6.7 rebounds, and 1.2 steals per game, while Silas Demary Jr. is averaging 11.8 points, 4.1 rebounds, and 3.2 assists per game this year. Georgia is shooting 46% from the field, 71.2% on free throws, and 32.5% on three pointers this season. 

Missouri Tigers Betting Preview

The Missouri Tigers are 18-6 (7-4) this season after they defeated Oklahoma by a score of 82-58 in their last game. Missouri led 44-24 at halftime and added 38 points in the second half in the easy win. The Tigers shot 54.2% from the field, 33.3% on three pointers, and 74.3% on free throws in the game. Mark Mitchell led Missouri with 25 points and seven rebounds, while Caleb Grill added 15 points and five rebounds in the win. 

Prior to that game, the Tigers lost to Texas A&M by a score of 67-64 and Tennessee by a score of 85-81. Missouri has won three of their last five games and they are currently sixth in the SEC standings with a 7-4 record. Missouri has scored 82.4 points per game and they have allowed 68.8 points against per game, while also averaging 34.8 rebounds and 13.5 assists per game this season. Tamar Bates is averaging 13.5 points, 2.8 rebounds, and 1.2 assists per game, while Mark Mitchell is averaging 12.9 points, 4.7 rebounds, and 1.8 assists per game this year. Missouri is shooting 48.1% from the field, 72.1% on free throws, and 37.4% on three pointers this season. 

Why Missouri will beat Georgia

• Georgia has lost each of its last nine day games against the Southeastern Conference.
• Missouri has won 14 of its last 16 games against non-AP-ranked opponents.
• Missouri has won the first half in five of its last six games against non-AP-ranked opponents.

Total Points Facts

• Five of Missouri’s last six road games have produced a total of 149+ points.
• Four of Georgia’s last five day games at Stegeman Coliseum have produced a total of 146+ points.

Georgia vs Missouri Prediction 

Missouri comes into this matchup ranked #21 in the country and they are coming off of a dominating win against Oklahoma, but they will be on the road for this game. The Tigers did lose to Texas A&M and Tennessee prior to that Oklahoma game, but this Georgia team is not as difficult to play against. Georgia has lost three of their last four games and they only scored 53 points in their last game against Texas A&M. The Bulldogs are shooting 46% from the field this year, but they have scored 75+ points in two of their last three games. Georgia has been pretty solid at home this year, but they have struggled to beat anyone good over the last few weeks. Take Missouri here. 

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Georgia Bulldogs Betting Preview

Georgia kicked off the year on a pretty nice run. Once the calendar flipped over to 2025 however, the Bulldogs began to struggle in the record column. Georgia hit a 12-1 run in their first 13 outings, losing to only Marquette alongside wins over Tennessee Tech, Texas Southern, North Florida, Georgia Tech, Alabama A&M, St. John’s, Jacksonville, Notre Dame, Grand Canyon, Buffalo, Charleston Southern and South Carolina State. A 2-5 stretch came next with wins over Kentucky and Oklahoma alongside losses to Ole Miss, Tennessee, Auburn, Arkansas and Florida. Since then it’s been a 2-2 run for the Bulldogs with wins over South Carolina and LSU amid losses to Alabama and Mississippi State, giving Georgia a 16-8 overall run through the first 24 outings of the season so far.

In the Mississippi State game on Saturday, the Bulldogs came out of the locker room with a 40-32 deficit. Georgia got better in the second, recovering on a 43-36 stretch but it wasn’t enough in a 76-75 defeat. Leading scorer Silas Demary posted 23 points with six rebounds and seven assists. Asa Newell added 16 points with four rebounds and three steals, while Dakota Leffew put up 12 points with two rebounds and two assists in 33 minutes of action.

Texas A&M Aggies Betting Preview

Over on the Aggies’ side, they’ve really got only a rough five-game stretch in the books this year. Otherwise it’s been a very nice run overall. Texas A&M went 4-2 in their first six games with losses to UCF and Oregon, beating East Texas A&M, Lamar, Ohio State and Southern otherwise in that time. Wins over Creighton, Rutgers, Wake Forest, Texas Tech, Purdue, Houston Christian, Abilene Christian, Texas and Oklahoma came next, then losses to Alabama and Kentucky. Since then Texas A&M has been on a 5-1 run with a lone loss to Texas among wins over LSU, Ole Miss, Oklahoma, South Carolina and Missouri in that time. The result so far has been an 18-5 overall run through 23 games for the Aggies.

In the Missouri game on Saturday, the Aggies were in firm control 38-29 by halftime. Texas A&M let up a little bit in the second on a 35-29 deficit but still held on for the win 67-64 in the end. Leading the team in scoring was Pharrel Payne with 20 points, four rebounds, two blocks and a steal. Wade Taylor chipped in 15 points, and Zhuric Phelps added 14 points with two boards and two steals. Henry Coleman notched a team-high 16 rebounds along with his six points in 31 minutes of work as well.

Why the Texas A&M Aggies will win

• Texas A&M has won each of its last 10 games at Reed Arena against non-AP-ranked opponents.
• Georgia has lost each of its last eight road games against Top 10 AP-ranked opponents.
• Texas A&M has won the first half in each of its last six night games against Georgia.

Why the Georgia Bulldogs will win

• Georgia has won 12 of its last 15 night games.
• Georgia has won the first half in 13 of its last 15 night games.

Total Points Facts

• Eight of Texas A&M’s last nine night games against Conference opponents at Reed Arena have produced a total of 138+ points.
• Seven of Georgia’s last eight games against Top 10 AP-ranked opponents have produced a total of 138+ points.

Texas A&M vs Georgia Prediction

I’ll stick with the Aggies. Texas A&M took out a pretty darn good Missouri team on the road in their last outing, thanks to a pretty solid 45.3 percent shooting and 34 rebounds. The Aggies did cough up 13 turnovers for 18 Tigers points in a fairly sloppy overall game (27 total turnovers) and went just 14-of-23 (60.9 percent) from the line. There’s plenty to clean up here, even after a nice win. That said, Texas A&M is 5-1 in their last six games and they’ve held opponents below 69 points in four of those six.

As for Georgia, they’ve been scoring pretty well lately but they’re also giving up quite a bit on the other side. The Bulldogs have 69 or more points in each of the last four games (a 2-2 run) so we should have a pretty decent total here. All things considered though, the Aggies should be in control.

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Mississippi State Recap

The Mississippi State Bulldogs come into this game looking to bounce back from an 88-61 loss at the hands of Missouri last time out to fall to 16-6 on the year. After this game, Mississippi State will head home for a game against Florida.

Mississippi State Loses Back-To-Back

Josh Hubbard leads the Bulldogs in scoring with 17.6 PPG and 3 APG while Claudell Harris Jr. has 10.4 PPG. KeShawn Murphy has 11 PPG with 7.2 RPG to lead the Bulldogs in rebounding up to this point in the year and to round out the group of double-digit scorers for Mississippi State up to this point in the year. Riley Kugel has 9.7 PPG with 2.7 RPG and RJ Melendez also has 8.7 PPG with 4.2 RPG while Cameron Matthews has 7.5 PPG with 6.9 RPG and a team-high 3.9 APG to lead the Bulldogs in assists. As a team, Mississippi State is averaging 79.9 PPG on 45.6% shooting from the field, 32% from three and 69.4% from the foul line this season.

Why the Mississippi State Bulldogs will win

• Mississippi State has won each of its last seven games against non-AP-ranked opponents.
• Georgia has lost each of its last four games against AP-ranked opponents.

Georgia Recap

The Georgia Bulldogs come into this game looking to add on to their 81-62 win over LSU last time out to improve to 16-7 on the year. After this game, Georgia will head on the road for a matchup with Texas A&M.

Georgia Trying To Find Consistency

Asa Newell leads the Bulldogs in scoring and rebounding with 15.1 PPG and 6.8 RPG while Silas Demary Jr. has 11.3 PPG with 4.1 RPG and a share of the team-lead in assists with 2.8 APG. Dakota Leffew has 11 PPG with 2 RPG and 2.1 APG to cap off the trio of double-digit scorers for Georgia so far this season while Tyrin Lawrence has 9.3 PPG with 3.3 RPG and 2.8 APG of his own. Blue Cain also has 8.4 PPG with 3.9 RPG as well this season. As a team, Georgia is averaging 76.4 PPG on 46.8% shooting from the field, 32.5% from behind the arc and 71.8% from the foul line so far this season.

Why the Georgia Bulldogs will win

• Georgia has won each of its last 12 night games at Stegeman Coliseum.
• Mississippi State has lost each of its last four night games.

Total Points Facts

• Four of Georgia’s last five night games against Conference opponents have produced a total of 134 or fewer points.
• Each of Mississippi State’s last three games against non-AP-ranked opponents have produced a total of 140 or fewer points.

Georgia vs Mississippi State Prediction

I’m on the Georgia Bulldogs here. I get why Mississippi State could be worth a look if this game was at home for Mississippi State, as Georgia on the road has not been very good. However, the Georgia Bulldogs have been stellar at home with their lone loss coming in a 2-point game against the Auburn Tigers, who sans Johni Broome in that game, are still arguably the best team in the country. Mississippi State for my money is lucky to not be riding a seven-game losing skid coming into this game and I think Georgia at home is worth the look to get the job done. Give me Georgia.

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Georgia Bulldogs Betting Preview

The Georgia Bulldogs are 15-7 (3-6) this year after they lost to Alabama by a score of 90-69 in their last game. Georgia trailed 39-28 at halftime and allowed 51 points in the second half in the loss. The Bulldogs shot 35.5% from the field, 17.4% on three-pointers, and 47.8% on free throws in the game. Asa Newell led Georgia with 16 points and seven rebounds, while RJ Godfrey added 10 points and three rebounds in the game. 

Prior to that loss, the Bulldogs defeated South Carolina by a score of 71-60 but did lose to Florida by a score of 89-59 before that. Georgia has lost five of their last six games and they are currently near the bottom of the SEC standings with a 3-6 record. Georgia has scored 75.8 points per game and they have allowed 67.2 points per game, while also averaging 37.4 rebounds and 12.7 assists per game this season. Asa Newell is averaging 15.2 points, 7.0 rebounds, and 1.0 assists per game, while Silas Demary Jr. is averaging 11.1 points, 4.0 rebounds, and 2.9 assists per game this year. Georgia is shooting 46.3% from the field, 70.9% on free throws, and 32.2% on three-pointers this season. Georgia will face Mississippi State, Texas A&M, and Missouri following this one. 

LSU Tigers Betting Preview

The LSU Tigers are 12-9 (1-7) this season after they lost to Texas by a score of 89-58 in their last game. LSU trailed 31-25 at halftime and allowed 58 points in the second half in the blowout loss. The Tigers shot 45.1% from the field, 13.3% on three-pointers, and 66.7% on free throws in the game. Jordan Sears led LSU with 13 points and three rebounds, while Robert Miller III added nine points and four rebounds in the game. 

Prior to that loss, the Tigers lost to Auburn by a score of 87-74 and Alabama by a score of 80-73. LSU has lost seven of their last eight games and they are currently second to last in the SEC standings with a 1-7 record. LSU has scored 78.0 points per game and they have allowed 71.9 points per game, while also averaging 38.2 rebounds and 13.2 assists per game this season. Cam Carter is averaging 17.3 points, 4.3 rebounds, and 2.5 assists per game, while Jordan Sears is averaging 14.0 points, 3.2 rebounds, and 2.7 assists per game this year. LSU is shooting 46.2% from the field, 76% on free throws, and 30.6% on three-pointers this season. 

Why Georgia will beat LSU

• Georgia has won each of its last 12 games at Stegeman Coliseum against non-AP-ranked opponents.
• LSU has lost each of its last 13 road games following a home loss.
• Georgia has won the first half in each of its last 10 night games against non-AP-ranked opponents.

Georgia vs LSU Prediction 

Both of these teams come into this matchup towards the bottom of the SEC standings, so each team desperately needs a win in this game. Georgia did get a win against South Carolina in their last home game and they definitely play their best ball at home. The Bulldogs are shooting 46.3% from the field this year, but they have scored fewer than 70 points in four of their last five. LSU has lost four games in a row and they have allowed 80+ points in three straight. This LSU team is really struggling right now and I can’t trust them to keep this one close on the road. 

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Georgia Recap

The Georgia Bulldogs come into this game looking to build on their 71-60 win over South Carolina last time out to sit at 15-6 on the year. After this game, Georgia will head home for a game against LSU.

Bulldogs Looking To Build Momentum

Asa Newell leads the Bulldogs in scoring and rebounding with 15.1 PPG and 6.8 RPG while Silas Demary Jr. has 11.3 PPG with 4.1 RPG and a share of the team-lead in assists with 2.8 APG. Dakota Leffew has 11 PPG with 2 RPG and 2.1 APG to cap off the trio of double-digit scorers for Georgia so far this season while Tyrin Lawrence has 9.3 PPG with 3.3 RPG and 2.8 APG of his own. Blue Cain also has 8.4 PPG with 3.9 RPG as well this season. As a team, Georgia is averaging 76.4 PPG on 46.8% shooting from the field, 32.5% from behind the arc and 71.8% from the foul line so far this season.

Why the Georgia Bulldogs will win

• Georgia has won each of its last five games when playing with a rest advantage.

Alabama Recap

The Alabama Crimson Tide come into this game looking to build on their 88-84 win over Mississippi State last time out to improve to 18-3 on the year. After this game, Alabama will head on the road to take on Arkansas.

Crimson Tide Win 4^th In A Row

Mark Sears leads Alabama in scoring and assists with 18 PPG and 5 APG along with 3 RPG while Grant Nelson has 12.7 PPG with 8.3 RPG to lead the Crimson Tide in rebounding so far this season. Labaron Philon has 11 PPG with 3.6 RPG and 3.6 APG and Aden Holloway has chipped in 11.8 PPG to cap off the scoring in double figures for Alabama so far this season. As a team, Alabama is averaging 90.2 PPG on 47.4% shooting from the field, 33.2% from three and 70.4% from the foul line this season.

Why the Alabama Crimson Tide will win

• Alabama has won each of its last 18 day games at Coleman Coliseum.
• Georgia has lost each of its last eight day games against the Southeastern Conference.

Total Points Facts

• Each of Georgia’s last 18 games have produced a total of 158 or fewer points.
• Each of Alabama’s last seven day games against the Southeastern Conference have produced a total of 162+ points.

Alabama vs Georgia Prediction

I’m on Alabama in this one. I get why you could look at Georgia, as this is still a young Georgia team with a lot of talent. However, the Bulldogs also have had issues competing and keeping games close on the road, losing to the likes of Florida by 30 and Tennessee by 18 as well as Ole Miss by 12 scoring just 51 points. I think that Alabama is too potent offensively for Georgia to keep pace with here and as such, I’ll roll with the Crimson Tide in this one.

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Georgia Bulldogs Betting Preview

The Georgia Bulldogs are 14-6 (2-5) this season after they lost to Florida by a score of 89-59 in their last game. Georgia trailed 51-26 at halftime and only managed 33 points in the second half in the loss. The Bulldogs shot 35.6% from the field, 23.8% on three-pointers, and 80% on free throws in the game. Blue Cain led Georgia with 10 points and two rebounds, while Asa Newell added eight points and six rebounds in the game. 

Prior to that loss, the Bulldogs lost to Arkansas by a score of 68-65 and Auburn by a score of 70-68. Georgia has lost four games in a row and they are currently near the bottom of the SEC standings. Georgia has scored 76.4 points per game and they have allowed 66.5 points per game, while also averaging 37.9 rebounds and 13.2 assists per game this season. Asa Newell is averaging 15.1 points, 6.9 rebounds, and 1.0 assists per game, while Silas Demary Jr. is averaging 11.3 points, 4.1 rebounds, and 2.8 assists per game this year. Georgia is shooting 46.8% from the field, 71.8% on free throws, and 32.5% on three-pointers this season. 

South Carolina Gamecocks Betting Preview

The South Carolina Gamecocks are 10-10 (0-7) this year after they lost to Mississippi State in overtime by a score of 65-60 in their last game. South Carolina trailed 28-20 at halftime, but they were able to force overtime, before scoring just five points in overtime for the loss. The Gamecocks shot 29.3% from the field, 20% on three-pointers, and 75.9% on free throws in the game. Jamarii Thomas led South Carolina with 19 points and five rebounds, while Arden Conyers added 12 points and six rebounds in the game. 

Prior to that loss, the Gamecocks lost to Florida by a score of 70-69 and Oklahoma by a score of 82-62. South Carolina has lost seven games in a row and they are the only SEC team that is winless in conference play. South Carolina has scored 70.9 points per game and they have allowed 68.8 points per game, while also averaging 36.3 rebounds and 13.3 assists per game this season. Collin Murray-Boyles is averaging 15.1 points, 9.1 rebounds, and 2.3 assists per game, while Jamarii Thomas is averaging 12.8 points, 3.3 rebounds, and 3.3 assists per game this year. South Carolina is shooting 43.5% from the field, 68.9% on free throws, and 32.9% on three-pointers this season. After this game, South Carolina will play against Texas A&M  and Kentucky.

Why South Carolina will beat Georgia

• South Carolina has won each of its last six night games against non-AP-ranked opponents.
• Georgia has lost each of its last four games.
• South Carolina has won the first half in 18 of its last 20 night games against non-AP-ranked opponents.

Total Points Facts

• Sixteen of Georgia’s last 17 games against non-AP-ranked opponents have produced a total of 133+ points.
• Each of South Carolina’s last six games at Stegeman Coliseum has produced a total of 134+ points.

Georgia vs South Carolina Prediction 

Both of these teams come into this matchup on losing streaks and both desperately need a win, but Georgia will be at home. The Bulldogs have lost four games in a row and they have scored 65 points or fewer in three of those four losses. Georgia does typically play well at home, but they need to play much better defense than they did against Florida. South Carolina is still looking for their first conference win of the season and they are shooting just 43.5% from the field this year. The Gamecocks have been in plenty of close games, but they seem to always find a way to lose. I think this game could go either way, especially with South Carolina keeping four of their last five games close, so give me the points with the Gamecocks. 

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Georgia Bulldogs Betting Preview

Georgia has a pretty good record so far this year, but the team has fallen on some spotty times in the record column lately. All went well through the first 13 games though, as Georgia put up a nice 12-1 run during that time. The Bulldogs fell to only Marquette on November 23, otherwise dispatching Tennessee Tech, Texas Southern, North Florida, Georgia Tech, Alabama A&M, St. John’s, Jacksonville, Notre Dame, Grand Canyon, Buffalo, Charleston Southern and South Carolina State along the way. Over the last six games however, Georgia has limped to a 2-4 run. The Bulldogs took out only Kentucky and Oklahoma in that half-dozen outing span. The losses otherwise came versus Ole Miss, Tennessee, Auburn and Arkansas in a string of tough opponents, giving Georgia a 14-5 overall record through the first 19 games this year.

In the Arkansas matchup on Wednesday, the Bulldogs were sitting pretty by halftime sporting a 38-26 advantage. Georgia was blitzed in the second half however, and got pummeled 42-27 on the way to a rough loss 68-65. Asa Newell led the team in the defeat with 18 points and eight rebounds with one steal. RJ Godfrey added 11 points with three rebounds. Somto Cyril and Se’Shayne Montgomery each had five points off the bench with a combined seven boards.

Florida Gators Betting Preview

Over on the Florida side, they’ve been a remarkably consistent team so far this year. The Gators have only a couple of blemishes in the books through 19 games. A win streak opened up the year through their first 13, as Florida dispatched South Florida, Jacksonville, Grambling, Florida State, Florida A&M, Southern Illinois, Wake Forest, Wichita State, Virginia, Arizona State, North Carolina, North Florida and Stetson. The Gators would take their first loss on January 4 to Kentucky 106-100, but then rattled off a couple more wins over Tennessee and Arkansas in the ensuing pair. Florida would lose again to Missouri, but then took out Texas and South Carolina for a 17-2 overall record so far this season.

Matched up against South Carolina in their Wednesday outing, the Gators were in trouble at halftime with a 36-29 deficit. Florida cleaned up their act in the second, notching a 41-33 run for a 70-69 victory in the end. Leading the team in scoring was Will Richard with 22 points, four boards and three steals. Walter Clayton added 16 points with seven assists and four rebounds, while Alijah Martin put up 14 points with three steals, two assists and two rebounds.

Florida vs Georgia Prediction

I’m going to stay with Florida. The Gators need to post a bounce-back effort here after a too-close-for-comfort one-point win over a middling South Carolina team in their last game. Florida ended up shooting 42.4 percent from the field in that one and got outmuscled on the glass 36-31. The Gators notched 22 points off 15 Gamecocks turnovers though, which really helped fuel the comeback bid. Florida has been quite the reliable scoring team so far this year. They’ve hit 70 or more points in all 19 games so far.

As for Georgia, they didn’t post their greatest effort versus Arkansas despite holding the Razorbacks to just 31 percent shooting. The Bulldogs were out-rebounded 40-30 along the way and had 13 turnovers for 14 Arkansas points. Georgia has been below 69 points in three straight games (all losses) and this will be another tough matchup in what’s been a difficult string of games. I don’t think Georgia has the muscle to keep up with Florida, especially if the Gators return to form and play to their capabilities.

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Georgia Bulldogs Betting Preview

The Georgia Bulldogs lost to Tennessee and Auburn, and they play Florida, South Carolina, Alabama, Mississippi State, and Texas A&M next. The Georgia Bulldogs are averaging 77.9 points on 47.6 percent shooting and allowing 65.1 points on 38.9 percent shooting. Asa Newell is averaging 15.3 points and 6.8 rebounds, while Dakota Leffew is averaging 11.8 points and 2.1 rebounds. Silas Demary Jr. is the third double-digit scorer and Tyrin Lawrence is grabbing 3.5 rebounds. The Georgia Bulldogs are shooting 32.9 percent from beyond the arc and 71.7 percent from the free throw line. The Georgia Bulldogs are allowing 28.9 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 35.3 rebounds per game.

Arkansas Razorbacks Betting Preview

The Arkansas Razorbacks lost to Missouri and LSU, and they play Oklahoma, Kentucky, and Texas next. The Arkansas Razorbacks are averaging 77.4 points on 47.7 percent shooting and allowing 68.4 points on 41.1 percent shooting. Adou Thiero is averaging 16.4 points and 6 rebounds, while Boogie Fland is averaging 15.1 points and 5.7 assists. DJ Wagner is the third double-digit scorer and Johnell Davis is grabbing 3.6 rebounds. The Arkansas Razorbacks are shooting 33.6 percent from beyond the arc and 70.8 percent from the free throw line. The Arkansas Razorbacks are allowing 31.3 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 32.9 rebounds per game.

Arkansas vs Georgia Injury Report

Neither Arkansas nor Georgia have a player listed on its injury report.

Arkansas vs Georgia Prediction

The Arkansas Razorbacks are getting the edge because they’re at home, where eight of their 12 wins have come. However, Arkansas has lost five straight games and has scored 66 or fewer points in four of those games. Arkansas hasn’t won a game since December 30. Hard to make a case for Arkansas given its current form. The Georgia Bulldogs are the more battle-tested team, which includes beating Kentucky recently and losing to Auburn by two points. Georgia will also have the best player on the floor. I kind of expect Georgia to win this game outright, but I’ll grab the bucket for insurance.

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Georgia Bulldogs Betting Preview

The Georgia Bulldogs are 14-3 (2-2) this season after they lost to Tennessee by a score of 74-56 in their last game. Georgia led 26-25 at halftime, but they allowed 49 points in the second half in the loss. The Bulldogs shot 37.7% from the field, 28.6% on three pointers, and 83.3% on free throws in the game. Asa Newell led Georgia with 13 points and five rebounds, while Silas Demary Jr. added 12 points and four rebounds in the loss. 

Prior to that game, the Bulldogs defeated Oklahoma by a score of 72-62 and Kentucky by a score of 82-69. Georgia has won two of their last three games and nine of their last eleven, and they are right in the middle of the SEC standings. Georgia has scored 78.5 points per game and they have allowed 64.8 points against per game, while also averaging 38.7 rebounds and 14.1 assists per game this season. Asa Newell is averaging 15.3 points, 6.6 rebounds, and 1.1 assists per game, while Dakota Leffew is averaging 12.1 points, 2.1 rebounds, and 2.2 assists per game this year. Georgia is shooting 47.8% from the field, 73% on free throws, and 32.8% on three pointers this season. 

Auburn Tigers Betting Preview

The Auburn Tigers are 16-1 (4-0) this year after they defeated Mississippi State by a score of 88-66 in their last game. Auburn led 46-27 at halftime and added 42 points in the second half to secure the win. The Tigers shot 55% from the field, 41.7% on three pointers, and 80% on free throws in the game. Chad Baker-Mazara led Auburn with 20 points and two rebounds, while Chaney Johnson added 17 points and eight rebounds in the game. 

Prior to that victory, the Tigers defeated South Carolina by a score of 66-63 and Texas by a score of 87-82. Auburn has won nine games in a row and is one of only two undefeated teams in the SEC right now. Auburn has scored 86.6 points per game and they have allowed 66.0 points against per game, while also averaging 38 rebounds and 18 assists per game this season. Johni Broome is Auburn’s leading scorer, but he is doubtful for this game. Chad Baker-Mazara is averaging 13.1 points, 3.6 rebounds, and 2.6 assists per game. Auburn is shooting 50.9% from the field, 75.4% on free throws, and 37.9% on three pointers this year. 

Why Georgia will beat Auburn

• Georgia has won each of its last 13 games at Stegeman Coliseum.
• Georgia has won the first half in 11 of its last 13 games at Stegeman Coliseum.

Total Points Facts

• Each of Auburn’s last five games against AP-ranked opponents have produced a total of 154+ points.
• Each of Georgia’s last four day games at Stegeman Coliseum have produced a total of 146+ points.

Georgia vs Auburn Prediction 

Auburn comes into this matchup with just one loss on the season and they are ranked #1 in the country, but they will be on the road for this game and most likely without their best player. The Tigers are shooting nearly 51% from the field this year and they are scoring over 86 points per game. On the other side of the court, Auburn is allowing just 66.0 points against per game and has allowed 68 points or fewer in four of their last five. Georgia was just blown out by Tennessee in their last game, but they will be at home, where they just beat Oklahoma and Kentucky by double digits. The Bulldogs are also a very good defensive team and I think they could beat Auburn here, especially if Broome doesn’t play. Take Georgia at home. 

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Georgia Bulldogs Betting Preview

Georgia kicked off their season on a promising run, and they’ve maintained form for most of their campaign so far. The Bulldogs beat Tennessee Tech, Texas Southern, North Florida, Georgia Tech, and Alabama A&M in their first five games of the season before a loss to Marquette. Another winning streak ensued after that, as the Bulldogs dispatched St. John’s, Jacksonville, Notre Dame, Grand Canyon, Buffalo, Charleston Southern, and South Carolina State before their second loss to Ole Miss. Since then it’s been consecutive wins over ranked teams in Kentucky and Oklahoma, giving the Bulldogs a 14-2 overall record this season so far.

In the Oklahoma matchup over the weekend, the Bulldogs came out of the break with a 36-33 deficit. Georgia came alive in the second half on a 39-26 run however, powering out a comeback win 72-62 in the end. Asa Newell posted 15 points with five rebounds and two blocks as the high starter, while Dakota Leffew had 15 points and two boards in 21 minutes of work off the bench. Also in double-figures for the Bulldogs during the victory was Silas Demary with 10 points, eight boards, four assists, and three steals in 31 minutes on the court.

Tennessee Volunteers Betting Preview

Over on the Tennessee side, they’ve been great so far this year. The Volunteers have only one blemish on the schedule, and since then they’ve gotten right back into the win column. Tennessee took out Gardner-Webb, Louisville, Montana, Austin Peay, Virginia, Baylor, TN-Martin, Syracuse, Miami, Illinois, Western Carolina, Middle Tennessee, Norfolk State, and Arkansas during a 14-0 opening run. Following their first (and so far only) loss to Florida on January 7, the Vols came back with a four-point win versus Texas for a 15-1 record this year.

Matched up against Texas on Saturday, Tennessee held a 33-31 edge by halftime. The Volunteers kept the pressure on in the second, posting a 41-39 run for a 74-70 victory in the end. Zakai Zeigler led the team with 16 points, three rebounds, and eight assists along the way. Both Jordan Gainey (two assists) and Darlinstone Dubar (six rebounds) had 12 points apiece off the bench, and Chaz Lanier chipped in with 10 points and four rebounds in the start.

Why the Tennessee Volunteers will win

• Tennessee has won each of its last 15 games against non-AP-ranked opponents.
• Georgia has lost each of its last five road games against Top 10 AP-ranked opponents.
• Georgia has lost the first half in each of its last nine games against Top 5 AP-ranked opponents.

Why the Georgia Bulldogs will win

• Georgia has won each of its last 10 night games.
• Georgia has won the first half in nine of its last 10 night games.

Tennessee vs Georgia Prediction

I’m going to take a stab at Georgia. The Bulldogs have their hands full with a tough matchup here, but if all goes well I think they can get in there. Georgia rolled right past a very good Oklahoma team in their last outing, shooting 42.9 percent from the field with a 41-33 rebounding edge and 15 points off 12 Sooners turnovers. There’s plenty to improve on though, like the 3-of-17 (17.6 percent) from 3-point range and the 13 turnovers. That said, it was quite a promising victory effort. Georgia has 69 or more points in all but two games so far this year, and they’ve hit 72 or more in each of the last six wins.

As for Tennessee, they got right back down to business against Texas following their lone loss this year. In the win over the Longhorns, the Vols ended up shooting 44.6 percent from the field with a nice 41-27 rebounding edge. Tennessee was a little careless with the ball however, resulting in 15 turnovers for 21 Longhorns points. The Volunteers have posted 74 or more points in four of the last six games (a 5-1 run), so it wouldn’t be surprising to see a hefty total in this one. Georgia is going to have to push hard on offense but I think they can pull this one off.

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Oklahoma Sooners Betting Preview

The Oklahoma Sooners lost to Alabama and Texas A&M, and they play Texas, South Carolina, and Arkansas next. The Oklahoma Sooners are averaging 82.5 points on 48.8 percent shooting and allowing 71 points on 43.4 percent shooting. Jeremiah Fears is averaging 17.6 points and 3.7 rebounds, while Jalon Moore is averaging 17.4 points and 5.9 rebounds. Duke Miles is the third double-digit scorer and Kobe Elvis is grabbing 2.2 rebounds. The Oklahoma Sooners are shooting 37.6 percent from beyond the arc and 81 percent from the free throw line. The Oklahoma Sooners are allowing 28.1 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 30 rebounds per game.

Georgia Bulldogs Betting Preview

The Georgia Bulldogs beat Kentucky, lost to Ole Miss, and they play Tennessee, Auburn, and Arkansas next. The Georgia Bulldogs are averaging 80.5 points on 48.7 percent shooting and allowing 64.5 points on 38.6 percent shooting. Asa Newell is averaging 15.5 points and 6.9 rebounds, while De’Shayne Montgomery is averaging 12.6 points and 2.4 rebounds. Dakota Leffew is the third double-digit scorer and Silas Demary Jr. is grabbing 4.1 rebounds. The Georgia Bulldogs are shooting 33.9 percent from beyond the arc and 72.6 percent from the free throw line. The Georgia Bulldogs are allowing 28.2 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 35.9 rebounds per game.

Georgia vs Oklahoma Injury Report

The Georgia Bulldogs don’t have a player listed on their injury report. The Oklahoma Sooners will continue to be without Jadon Jones and Jeff Newankwo.

Georgia vs Oklahoma Prediction

The Georgia Bulldogs are in a letdown spot after beating Kentucky on Tuesday as a small dog. It’s why i considered the points. The problem is the Oklahoma Sooners are heading in the wrong direction with back-to-back losses and failed covers in each of their last four games. Oklahoma has a defensive issue in these losses, allowing a combined 187 points in its last two games. Not ideal when going up against a Georgia offense that shoots better than 48 percent from the field and averages 80.5 points. Georgia is 10-0 SU at home. If Georgia is serious about competing for the SEC crown this season, this is a game it wins and doesn’t get content after beating Kentucky. I’ll lay the points with the Bulldogs.

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Kentucky Wildcats Betting Preview

Kentucky opened the season on a tear, winning each of their first seven outings. Those victories came versus Wright State, Bucknell, Duke, Lipscomb, Jackson State, Western Kentucky, and Georgia State in succession. The Wildcats took their first loss of the year on December 3 versus Clemson 70-66 but then won the next three matchups versus Gonzaga, Colgate, and Louisville. Since then it’s been a 1-2 stretch for Kentucky. Following a loss to Ohio State, the Wildcats rebounded with consecutive wins over Brown and Florida.

Kentucky last played on Saturday versus the Gators. The Wildcats jumped out to a commanding 52-42 lead by halftime, then cruised on a 58-54 second half, hanging on for the eventual 106-100 victory against a very tough opponent. All five starters finished the game in double-figures, but Koby Brea led everyone on the team with 23 points and one rebound in 22 minutes off the bench. Leading the starters was Lamont Butler with his 19 points, eight assists, and three steals. Otega Oweh wasn’t too far behind with 16 points, four rebounds, and two steals, while Amari Williams chipped in with 15 points, eight boards and five assists.

Georgia Bulldogs Betting Preview

Over on the Georgia side, they opened the season on a string of wins as well. The Bulldogs got past Tennessee Tech, Texas Southern, North Florida, Georgia Tech, and Alabama A&M for a 5-0 start. Georgia’s first loss came on November 23 versus Marquette, but another win streak ensued afterward versus St. John’s, Jacksonville, Notre Dame, Grand Canyon, Buffalo, Charleston Southern and South Carolina State. The Bulldogs saw their streak snapped in their last outing versus Ole Miss however, resulting in a 12-2 record so far this season.

In the Ole Miss game on Saturday, the Bulldogs came out of the break looking at a 28-26 advantage on the scoreboard. Georgia faltered mightily in the second half however, getting drilled 37-23 on the way to a fairly listless loss 63-51. Leading the team in scoring—and the only player on the team in double-figures—was Asa Newell with 13 points, 13 rebounds, two steals, and two blocks for a double-double. Tyrin Lawrence added eight points and three steals, while De’Shayne Montgomery led the bench scoring with six points and one rebound.

Why the Georgia Bulldogs will win

• Georgia has won each of its last 11 games at Stegeman Coliseum.
• Georgia has won the first half in each of its last eight night games at Stegeman Coliseum.

Why the Kentucky Wildcats will win

• Georgia has lost each of its last eight games against Top 10 AP-ranked opponents.
• Kentucky has won 12 of its last 13 night games against Georgia.
• Georgia has lost the first half in each of its last six games against Top 10 AP-ranked opponents.

Georgia vs Kentucky Prediction

I’ll lean toward Kentucky, but this should be a highly interesting matchup that you could argue either way. The Wildcats took out a very good Florida squad in their last outing thanks to a stellar 57.8 percent shooting from the field and 25 team assists alongside just six turnovers. Kentucky did slow down in the second half compared to the Gators and ended up allowing Florida to shoot 55 percent from the floor. Still, it was a great win. That makes 78 or more points in five of the last six games (all five were wins), with 88 or more points in four of those.

As for Georgia, they couldn’t quite figure out a great Ole Miss squad in their last game. The Bulldogs ended up shooting a miserable 29.3 percent from the field with just 2-of-18 (11.1 percent) from 3-point range and 15 turnovers for 15 Rebels points. It was the Bulldogs’ lowest-scoring game of the year by quite a margin, so it’s probably safe to say they’ll eclipse that total here. Georgia had posted 69 or more points in six straight games prior to that, and the Bulldogs will need another good scoring outing in order to keep up with Kentucky. In the end, however, I don’t think Georgia will quite get there. Regardless of what happens, it’ll be a fun one to watch, though.

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Ole Miss Rebels Betting Preview

The Ole Miss Rebels are 11-2 (0-0) this season after they lost to Memphis by a score of 87-70 in their last game. Ole Miss trailed 38-36 at halftime and allowed 49 points in the second half in the loss. The Rebels shot 36.4% from the field, 25% on three-pointers, and 71.4% on free throws in the game. Sean Pedulla led Ole Miss with 13 points and four assists, while Jaylen Murray added 12 points and three rebounds in the loss. 

Prior to that game, the Rebels defeated Queens by a score of 80-62 and Southern by a score of 74-61. Ole Miss has won five of their last six games, with their only other loss coming against Purdue by two points. Ole Miss has scored 80.8 points per game and they have allowed 65.5 points per game, while also averaging 35.2 rebounds and 16.4 assists per game this season. Sean Pedulla is averaging 14.7 points, 3.7 rebounds, and 3.8 assists per game, while Jaylen Murray is averaging 13.2 points, 2.5 rebounds, and 4.2 assists per game this year. Ole Miss is shooting 45.4% from the field, 73.9% on free throws, and 35.4% on three-pointers this year. Ole Miss will take on Arkansas after this game.

Georgia Bulldogs Betting Preview

The Georgia Bulldogs are 12-1 (0-0) this year after they defeated South Carolina State by a score of 79-72 in their last game. Georgia trailed 41-24 at halftime, but they scored 55 points in the second half for the win. The Bulldogs shot 54% from the field, 31.3% on three-pointers, and 64.5% on free throws in the game. RJ Godfrey led Georgia with 14 points and six rebounds, while Tyrin Lawrence added 14 points and three assists in the win. 

Prior to that game, the Bulldogs defeated Charleston Southern by a score of 81-65 and Buffalo by a score of 100-49. Georgia has won seven games in a row and their lone loss so far this year came against Marquette by a score of 80-69. Georgia has scored 82.6 points per game and they have allowed 64.2 points per game, while also averaging 39.5 rebounds and 16.0 assists per game this season. De’Shayne Montgomery is averaging 16.0 points, 3.0 rebounds, and 2.0 assists per game, while Asa Newell is averaging 15.5 points, 6.4 rebounds, and 1.2 steals per game this year. Georgia is shooting 50.7% from the field, 71.3% on free throws, and 35.7% on three-pointers this season. Georgia will face Kentucky following this one.

Why Georgia will beat Ole Miss

• Ole Miss has lost 14 of its last 15 day games against the Southeastern Conference.
• Georgia has won each of its last seven games.
• Georgia has won the first half in six of its last seven games.

Total Points Facts

• Nine of Georgia’s last 10 games against AP-ranked opponents have produced a total of 147+ points.
• Ten of Ole Miss’ last 12 day games against Conference opponents at The Sandy and John Black Pavilion at Ole Miss have produced a total of 142 or fewer points.

Ole Miss vs Georgia Prediction 

Both of these teams come into this matchup after successful non-conference schedules, but Ole Miss is coming off of a loss against a decent Memphis team. The Rebels are ranked #24 in the country, but their only solid win was against Louisville. Ole Miss is shooting 45.4% from the field and they have allowed 62 points or fewer in four of their last five. Georgia only has one loss on the season, but they do have wins against Notre Dame and St. John’s. The Bulldogs are shooting over 50% from the field and they have solid defensive numbers, but those are boosted because of a weak schedule. I don’t think either of these teams is as good as their records would indicate and I do think they are pretty evenly matched, so I will take the points with Georgia. 

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