The Georgia Bulldogs start their season against the Savannah State Tigers (0-1) at Stegeman Coliseum. The game begins at 8:30 p.m. ET on Friday, November 9, 2018.
Savannah State Tigers at Georgia Bulldogs ATS Prediction
The Tigers are trying to rebound after their 98-83 loss to the Texas A&M Aggies in their last matchup. Texas A&M won the rebounding battle. The Aggies had 23 offensive rebounds and 68 total rebounds, while the Tigers had 16 and 43, respectively. Collins Joseph led Savannah State in scoring with 20 points on 7-for-13 shooting.
Georgia was unable make the tournament following an 18-15 regular season campaign last season.
Georgia could have their way on defense as they battle against one of the worst offenses in the NCAA. Dating back to last season, the Bulldogs rank eighth in effective field goal percentage allowed (0.456), while Savannah State was 305th in effective field goal percentage (0.481). It will also be a battle of opposite tempos as the up-tempo Tigers rank first in possessions per game, while the more methodical Bulldogs rank 333rd.
Savannah State Tigers at Georgia Bulldogs Betting Pick
Pick: SU Winner – Savannah State, ATS Winner – Savannah State, O/U – Under
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Notes
Betting Notes (2017-Present):
Georgia ranks 15th in rebounds per game (39.4) while Savannah State ranks 321st in rebounds allowed per game (48.3).
The Bulldogs rank 18th in assists allowed per game (10.5) while the Tigers rank 305th (20.3).
Savannah State ranks fifth in steals per game (9.5) while Georgia ranks 287th (3.8).
The Tigers rank first in three pointers attempted per game (41.2) while the Bulldogs rank 260th (19.2).
Georgia ranks 29th in blocks per game (4.7) while Savannah State ranks 195th (2.7).
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