Georgia Bulldogs Defeat Cincinnati Bearcats 84-65
Saturday, December 13, 2025, 2:00 PM ET · State Farm Arena
Georgia Bulldogs 84, Cincinnati Bearcats 65, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Quick answers
Who won Cincinnati Bearcats vs Georgia Bulldogs?
Georgia Bulldogs beat Cincinnati Bearcats 84-65 at State Farm Arena on December 13, 2025.
Who was favored in Cincinnati Bearcats vs Georgia Bulldogs?
Georgia Bulldogs were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -270 (about 73% implied). The favorite won.
The Georgia Bulldogs showcased a dominant performance against the Cincinnati Bearcats, winning 84-65 at State Farm Arena. This victory reinforces Georgia's strong home record, now standing at 10-1, while Cincinnati falls to 6-5 overall. The Bulldogs have been particularly impressive in their recent outings, boasting a home record of 8-2 in their last ten games, with an average of 97.4 points scored and 72.2 points allowed. Their current winning streak extends to two games, demonstrating their offensive prowess and defensive resilience.
In contrast, the Bearcats have struggled recently, now on a one-game losing streak. They hold a record of 6-4 over their last ten games, averaging 73.4 points scored and 66.2 points allowed. Cincinnati's away record remains concerning at 0-2, indicating difficulties in securing wins outside their home venue. Their last five games reflect a record of 2-3, with an average of 72.8 points scored and 68.4 points allowed, suggesting they have been competitive but not consistently successful.
The matchup was anticipated due to the contrasting forms of both teams. Georgia entered the game with significant momentum, having recently defeated notable opponents, including a commanding win over Florida State Seminoles (107-73) and a victory against Tennessee Tech Golden Eagles (123-81). Meanwhile, Cincinnati's recent performances included a narrow loss to Xavier Musketeers (74-79) and a win against Tarleton State Texans (76-58), highlighting their inconsistency.
In terms of injury reports, the block does not provide specific details on player absences, but both teams have had their share of challenges in maintaining a full roster throughout the season. This could have implications for their performance, especially in high-stakes games like this one.
The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had Georgia favored by 5.5 points, with a total set at 157.5. The odds indicated a strong belief in Georgia's ability to win, reflected in their moneyline of -270. Cincinnati's moneyline was set at 220, suggesting they were viewed as underdogs heading into the matchup.
The game conditions were favorable for both teams, with no adverse weather factors reported that could affect play. Fans were treated to an exciting atmosphere at State Farm Arena, where the home crowd rallied behind the Bulldogs.
Key moments in the game included several scoring plays that highlighted Georgia's offensive capabilities. Notable plays in the second half included a dunk by Kareem Stagg, assisted by Jeremiah Wilkinson, and a three-point jumper by Marcus Millender, which helped to extend Georgia's lead. The Bulldogs maintained control throughout the game, with their scoring depth proving too much for the Bearcats.
As the game concluded, Georgia's victory was solidified, and they demonstrated their potential as a formidable force in the league. Viewers were able to witness the effectiveness of Georgia's offense and the challenges Cincinnati faced in their attempts to keep pace. The final score of 84-65 reflects the Bulldogs' dominance and sets the stage for their upcoming matches as they continue to build on their successful season.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | UGA -5.5 | 157.5 o -112 / u -108 | Cincinnati Bearcats +220 · Georgia Bulldogs -270 |
Leaders
- PointsBlue Cain22Georgia Bulldogs
- AssistsBlue Cain5Georgia Bulldogs
- ReboundsSomtochukwu Cyril7Georgia Bulldogs
- PointsJalen Celestine13Cincinnati Bearcats
- AssistsDay Day Thomas4Cincinnati Bearcats
- ReboundsMoustapha Thiam9Cincinnati Bearcats
Recent form
Georgia Bulldogs
Last 10: 8-2Streak W297.4 scored · 72.2 allowed per game6-2 at home
- W107-73at Florida State SeminolesDec 3
- W123-81vs Tennessee Tech Golden EaglesNov 29
- L94-97vs Clemson TigersNov 23
- W78-77at Xavier MusketeersNov 22
- W87-57vs Florida A&M RattlersNov 17
- W92-87vs Georgia Tech Yellow JacketsNov 15
- W120-81vs Morehead State EaglesNov 9
- W94-29vs Maryland Eastern Shore HawksNov 6
- W104-59vs Bellarmine KnightsNov 4
- L75-81vs Oklahoma SoonersMar 13
Cincinnati Bearcats
Last 10: 6-4Streak L173.4 scored · 66.2 allowed per game0-2 away
- L74-79at Xavier MusketeersDec 6
- W76-58vs Tarleton State TexansDec 2
- L56-64vs Eastern Michigan EaglesNov 27
- W94-67vs NJIT HighlandersNov 25
- L64-74vs Louisville CardinalsNov 21
- W72-55vs Mount St. Mary's MountaineersNov 16
- W74-62vs Dayton FlyersNov 12
- W74-64vs Georgia State PanthersNov 8
- W94-63vs Western Carolina CatamountsNov 4
- L56-76at Iowa State CyclonesMar 12
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arizona | 36-3 | - | 16-2 |
| Houston | 30-7 | 2 | 14-4 |
| Iowa State | 29-8 | 4 | 12-6 |
| Kansas | 24-11 | 4 | 12-6 |
| Texas Tech | 23-11 | 4 | 12-6 |
| TCU | 23-12 | 5 | 11-7 |
| BYU | 23-12 | 7 | 9-9 |
| UCF | 21-12 | 7 | 9-9 |
| West Virginia | 21-14 | 7 | 9-9 |
| Cincinnati | 18-15 | 7 | 9-9 |
| Colorado | 17-16 | 9 | 7-11 |
| Arizona State | 17-16 | 9 | 7-11 |
| Oklahoma State | 20-15 | 10 | 6-12 |
| Baylor | 17-17 | 10 | 6-12 |
| Kansas State | 12-20 | 13 | 3-15 |
| Utah | 10-22 | 14 | 2-16 |
| Florida | 27-8 | - | 16-2 |
| Arkansas | 28-9 | 3 | 13-5 |
| Alabama | 25-10 | 3 | 13-5 |
| Vanderbilt | 27-9 | 5 | 11-7 |
| Tennessee | 25-12 | 5 | 11-7 |
| Texas A&M | 22-12 | 5 | 11-7 |
| Georgia | 22-11 | 6 | 10-8 |
| Kentucky | 22-14 | 6 | 10-8 |
| Missouri | 20-13 | 6 | 10-8 |
| Texas | 21-15 | 7 | 9-9 |
| Auburn | 22-16 | 9 | 7-11 |
| Oklahoma | 21-16 | 9 | 7-11 |
| Mississippi State | 13-19 | 11 | 5-13 |
| Ole Miss | 15-20 | 12 | 4-14 |
| South Carolina | 13-19 | 12 | 4-14 |
| LSU | 15-17 | 13 | 3-15 |
Box score
| Stat | Cincinnati Bearcats | Georgia Bulldogs |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 23-65 | 30-60 |
| Field goal % | 35 | 50 |
| Three-pointers | 7-27 | 4-21 |
| Three-point % | 26 | 19 |
| Free throws | 12-21 | 20-26 |
| Free throw % | 57 | 77 |
| Rebounds | 37 | 41 |
| Offensive rebounds | 14 | 9 |
| Defensive rebounds | 23 | 32 |
| Assists | 17 | 18 |
| Steals | 8 | 7 |
| Blocks | 3 | 6 |
| Turnovers | 14 | 15 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 1 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 1 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 11 | 21 |
| Fast-break points | 11 | 18 |
| Points in the paint | 30 | 48 |
| Fouls | 21 | 17 |
| Largest lead | 11 | 19 |
| Lead changes | 3 | 3 |
| Time in front | 50 | 44 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half41-39Blue Cain made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half41-42Kanon Catchings made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Somtochukwu Cyril.
- 2nd Half41-44Jeremiah Wilkinson made Layup. Assisted by Blue Cain.
- 2nd Half44-44Jalen Celestine made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Kerr Kriisa.
- 2nd Half44-46Somtochukwu Cyril made Two Point Tip Shot.
- 2nd Half44-49Jeremiah Wilkinson made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Kanon Catchings.
- 2nd Half47-49Jalen Celestine made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Day Day Thomas.
- 2nd Half47-51Justin Abson made Layup. Assisted by Kanon Catchings.
- 2nd Half47-53Justin Bailey made Layup. Assisted by Blue Cain.
- 2nd Half47-54Justin Bailey made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half48-54Day Day Thomas made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half49-54Day Day Thomas made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half49-56Marcus Millender made Jumper. Assisted by Justin Abson.
- 2nd Half51-56Moustapha Thiam made Jumper. Assisted by Jalen Celestine.
- 2nd Half51-58Kareem Stagg made Dunk. Assisted by Justin Abson.
- 2nd Half51-59Blue Cain made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half51-60Blue Cain made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half51-61Blue Cain made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half53-61Day Day Thomas made Layup. Assisted by Shon Abaev.
- 2nd Half54-61Sencire Harris made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half54-63Jeremiah Wilkinson made Layup.
- 2nd Half57-63Jalen Celestine made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Sencire Harris.
- 2nd Half57-64Jeremiah Wilkinson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half57-65Jeremiah Wilkinson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half57-67Jeremiah Wilkinson made Dunk. Assisted by Marcus Millender.
- 2nd Half58-67Baba Miller made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half58-70Marcus Millender made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Justin Bailey.
- 2nd Half59-70Sencire Harris made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half59-71Blue Cain made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half59-72Blue Cain made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half61-72Moustapha Thiam made Two Point Tip Shot.
- 2nd Half61-74Somtochukwu Cyril made Layup. Assisted by Blue Cain.
- 2nd Half61-75Somtochukwu Cyril made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half63-75Moustapha Thiam made Two Point Tip Shot.
- 2nd Half63-76Jeremiah Wilkinson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half63-77Jeremiah Wilkinson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half63-79Kareem Stagg made Dunk. Assisted by Jeremiah Wilkinson.
- 2nd Half63-82Marcus Millender made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half65-82Jalen Celestine made Layup. Assisted by Keyshuan Tillery.
- 2nd Half65-84Kareem Stagg made Dunk. Assisted by Marcus Millender.
Win probability
Above the line favours Georgia Bulldogs, below favours Cincinnati Bearcats.
Venue
- State Farm ArenaAtlanta, GA
- Attendance100
- OfficialsJeb Hartness, Justin Shamion, Todd Austin
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