The Auburn Tigers (16-1) travel to face off against the Georgia Bulldogs (14-3) on Saturday, January 18th. This game will be played at Stegeman Coliseum in Athens and televised on SECN. Auburn is coming off a win in their previous game, while Georgia is looking to get back on track from a loss to the Tennessee. Tip-off is set for 1:00 ET.
Auburn Tigers vs Georgia Bulldogs
The Tigers Are Coming Off A Win
Auburn Tigers Recent Game/Games
Auburn improved to 16-1 on the season with an 88-66 win over Mississippi State on Tuesday. The Tigers, who were -7.5 favorites, covered the spread with the victory.
Auburn jumped out to a 46-27 lead at halftime and added 42 points in the second half while allowing 39. The total points for the game reached 154, going over the pre-game line of 150.5.
The Bulldogs Are Coming Off A Win
Georgia Bulldogs Recent Game/Games
Georgia’s season record fell to 14-3 after a 74-56 road loss to Tennessee on Wednesday. The Bulldogs, who entered the game as +12 point underdogs, failed to cover the spread. The game’s total points of 130 fell short of the 134.5 O/U line.
Georgia led 26-25 at halftime but struggled in the 2nd half, scoring just 30 points while allowing 49.
Tigers Offense Breakdown
Auburn’s offense shined in their last game, putting up 88 points on 55% shooting from the field, with an effective field goal percentage of 63.3%. They were strong inside, hitting 63.9% of their two-point attempts, and connected on 41.7% from beyond the arc, going 10-for-24.
Chad Baker-Mazara led the way with 20 points, shooting 72.7% overall and 60% from three-point range. Chaney Johnson and Josh Hubbard each added 17 points, with Johnson hitting 70% of his shots and going 1-for-1 from deep.
Bulldogs Offense Breakdown
Georgia’s offense struggled in their last game, managing just 56 points on 37.7% shooting from the field. They hit 28.6% from beyond the arc, connecting on 6 of 21 attempts, and posted an effective field goal percentage of 43.4%. The Bulldogs were efficient at the free-throw line, hitting 10 of 12 for 83.3%.
Jordan Gainey led the way with 19 points and 7 rebounds, shooting 50% from the field. Zakai Zeigler added 16 points and 7 assists, hitting 4 of 8 from three-point range. Silas Demary Jr. also contributed 4 threes, shooting 57.1% from deep, while Jahmai Mashack was perfect from the field, going 5 for 5.
Tigers Team Defense
Even with Auburn shooting 55% from the field, the Tigers couldn’t capitalize, allowing 66 points. They were particularly effective inside, hitting 63% of their two-point attempts (23/36).
From beyond the arc, Auburn connected on 41% of their shots, going 10/24. They also made 12 of 15 free throws, shooting 80% from the line. The Tigers gave up 7 offensive rebounds.
Bulldogs Team Defense
Despite Auburn’s defensive struggles, allowing 66 points on 55% shooting, they managed to hold their opponent to just 66 points. The Tigers gave up 23 two-point baskets on 36 attempts, a 63% shooting rate.
From beyond the arc, Auburn’s defense allowed 10 threes on 24 attempts, with their opponent shooting 41%. They also sent the opposing team to the free-throw line 15 times, where they hit 12 free throws, an 80% success rate. Auburn allowed 7 offensive rebounds in the game.
Tigers vs Bulldogs Trends
- Through their last ten road contests, the Tigers offense has averaged 82 points per game while allowing an average of 76. Auburn posted an overall record of 7-3 while going 5-5 ATS.
- Across their three previous home games, Georgia has an ATS mark of 1-2. Their straight up record in these matchups was 1-2 while averaging 61 points per game.
- In their last five games as the betting underdog, the Bulldogs have a straight up record of 2-3 and an ATS mark of 2-3.
- Through their last five matchups as the betting favorite, the Tigers have a good straight up record, but their ATS mark is just 1-4.
Tigers vs Bulldogs Prediction
Entering the game as underdogs with a spread of +6.5, the Bulldogs is our point spread pick. Our projections not only see them covering the spread but also indicate a solid chance of an outright victory. This is a good choice for those looking for a higher moneyline payout.
As for the over/under, the the line is currently at 145.5, and our model projects the Tigers and Bulldogs to reach a combined total of 147 points. Our bet is on taking the over.
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Last updated:January 18, 2025 Auburn Tigers, Georgia Bulldogs