Auburn Tigers vs Georgia Bulldogs NCAAB Betting Pick & Prediction for 1/3

The Auburn Tigers will take on the #23 Georgia Bulldogs this Saturday in a Southeastern conference game. The game will be held at Stegeman Coliseum in Athens, Georgia, and is set to start at 1:00 PM ET. Fans can catch the action on SECN.

The Bulldogs come into this game as the favorites with a spread of -5.5. They have an impressive record of 12-1 this season, including 11-1 at home. The Tigers, on the other hand, have a 9-4 record but have struggled on the road with a 0-2 record. This game will be an important test for both teams in their conference play.

Auburn Tigers vs Georgia Bulldogs Game Day Info

  • Sport: College Basketball
  • Teams: Auburn Tigers vs Georgia Bulldogs
  • Venue: Stegeman Coliseum, Athens GA
  • Date: Saturday, January 3, 2026 at 1:00 PM ET
  • Betting Odds: Auburn Tigers Spread +5.5 (-115), Georgia Bulldogs Spread -5.5 (-105), Auburn Tigers MoneyLine +172, Georgia Bulldogs MoneyLine -213, Over/Under 173.5

Auburn Tigers Team Preview

The Auburn Tigers have shown strength in their recent games. They secured a big win against the Queens (NC) Royals with a score of 106-65. Key players like Keyshawn Hall and Elyjah Freeman were instrumental in this victory, contributing significantly to the team’s performance.

However, the Tigers faced a tough challenge against Purdue Boilermakers, losing 60-88. Their shooting was off, with a field goal percentage of just 36.2%. Kevin Overton tried to keep the team competitive with 22 points, but it wasn’t enough to overcome Purdue’s strong play.

On the season, Auburn is averaging 85.9 points per game, ranking 58th nationally. They have a strong free throw game, making 20.0 per game, which is 18th in the nation. While their overall record is solid at 9-4, they have struggled on the road, holding a 0-2 away record.

Georgia Bulldogs Team Preview

The Georgia Bulldogs have been strong at home this season. They have a record of 11-1 at home and 12-1 overall. The team is ranked #23 in the AP rankings and plays in the Southeastern Conference.

In their recent games, the Bulldogs have shown impressive offensive skills. They scored 112 points against Western Carolina and 103 against West Georgia. Their field goal percentage is 49.3%, which ranks 44th nationally.

Several players have contributed significantly to the team’s success. Jeremiah Wilkinson leads with 17.3 points per game, while Blue Cain adds 15.7 points per game. Somtochukwu Cyril has been effective on the boards, with 6.4 rebounds per game.

BTB Betting Pick

The Georgia Bulldogs are favored by 5.5 points against the Auburn Tigers. Georgia leads the nation with 99.0 points per game and plays at a fast pace with 76.6 possessions per game. Auburn scores 85.9 points per game, but Georgia’s higher scoring and rebounding edge suggest they can cover the spread. Take Georgia at -5.5.

The total for the game is set at 173.5 points. Both teams have strong offenses, with Georgia scoring 99.0 points per game and Auburn at 85.9 points per game. Given Georgia’s fast pace and high scoring, the game could exceed the total. Consider betting on the over 173.5.