In this article we will formulate a Georgia vs Georgia Tech prediction for this College Basketball game on Friday, November 14th at the Stegeman Coliseum in Athens, Georgia. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this College Basketball matchup.
Georgia Bulldogs Betting Preview
The Georgia Bulldogs are 3-0 this season after they defeated Morehead State by a score of 120-81 in their last game. Georgia led 64-42 at halftime and added 56 points in the second half for the easy win. The Bulldogs shot 56% from the field, 45.9% on three pointers, and 73.1% on free throws in the game. Georgia out rebounded Morehead State by a total of 43-41, recorded 29 assists, and committed nine turnovers in the game. Jeremiah Wilkinson led Georgia with 22 points and two rebounds, while Jake Wilkins added 15 points and four rebounds in the win.
Prior to that game, Georgia defeated UMES by a score of 94-29 and Bellarmine by a score of 104-59. The Bulldogs have scored 106.0 points per game with 44.7 rebounds and 19.3 assists per game, while they have allowed 56.3 points against per game this season. Jeremiah Wilkinson is averaging 16.3 points and 1.3 assists per game, while Blue Cain is averaging 15.0 points and 4.3 rebounds per game for the Bulldogs. Georgia is shooting 50.2% from the field, 81.6% on free throws, and 32.1% on three pointers this season.
Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets Betting Preview
The Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets are 3-0 this year after they defeated SELA by a score of 70-60 in their last game. Georgia Tech trailed 31-29 at halftime, but scored 41 points in the second half for the win. The Yellow Jackets shot 45.1% from the field, 33.3% on three pointers, and 73.1% on free throws in the game. Georgia Tech won the rebounding battle by a total of 39-30, recorded 13 assists, and committed 20 turnovers in the win. Mouhamed Sylla led Georgia Tech with 16 points and 10 rebounds, while Lamar Washington added 13 points and six rebounds in the game.
Prior to that game, Georgia Tech defeated Bryant by a score of 74-45 and UMES by a score of 56-52. The Yellow Jackets have scored 66.7 points per game with 40.7 rebounds and 14.7 assists per game, while they have allowed 52.3 points against per game this season. Kowacie Reeves Jr is averaging 14.0 points and 3.0 rebounds per game, while Mouhamed Sylla is averaging 13.3 points and 12.0 rebounds per game for the Yellow Jackets. Georgia Tech is shooting 42% from the field, 63% on free throws, and 31.3% on three pointers this year.
Why the Georgia Bulldogs will win
- Georgia has won each of its last 30 games against non-Conference opponents at Stegeman Coliseum.
- Georgia Tech has lost four of its last five games at Stegeman Coliseum.
- Georgia has won the first half in each of its last 12 night games at Stegeman Coliseum against non-AP-ranked opponents.
Why the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets will win
- Georgia Tech has won six of its last seven night games.
- The road team has won the first half in three of the last four games between Georgia Tech and Georgia.
Total Points Facts
- Each of Georgia Tech’s last seven games have produced a total of 148 or fewer points.
- Each of Georgia’s last six games against the Atlantic Coast Conference Conference have produced a total of 147 or fewer points.
Georgia vs Georgia Tech Prediction
Both of these teams come into this matchup with a 3-0 record to start the season, but Georgia Tech has struggled to get by SELA and UMES. The Yellow Jackets are shooting 42% from the field and are only scoring 66.7 points per game, which isn’t great with the competition they have played. Georgia is shooting over 50% from the field and they have scored 94+ in all three games. This is a lot of points for a rivalry game, but it looks like Georgia is the much better team. Take the Bulldogs to cover at home.