Texas Longhorns Dominate Georgia Bulldogs in Convincing Win
Saturday, January 24, 2026, 1:00 PM ET · Moody Center
Texas Longhorns 87, Georgia Bulldogs 67, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Georgia Bulldogs vs Texas Longhorns?
Texas Longhorns beat Georgia Bulldogs 87-67 at Moody Center on January 24, 2026.
Who was favored in Georgia Bulldogs vs Texas Longhorns?
Texas Longhorns were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -162 (about 62% implied). The favorite won.
In a decisive victory, the Texas Longhorns defeated the Georgia Bulldogs 87-67 at the Moody Center on January 24, 2026. This matchup showcased the Longhorns' ability to bounce back after struggling in their previous games, marking a significant turnaround for the team. Texas entered the game with a home record of 12-8, while Georgia boasted a stronger away record of 16-4.
The Longhorns had been experiencing a rough patch, losing their last two games, including a close 80-85 defeat against the Kentucky Wildcats just two days prior. Over their last ten games, Texas had a record of 5-5, averaging 83.8 points scored and allowing 76.1 points per game. Their recent form indicated a struggle to maintain consistency, as they averaged 78.6 points while allowing 79.2 in their last five outings.
In contrast, the Bulldogs came into the game riding a two-game winning streak, having won eight of their last ten games. Georgia's recent performances were impressive, with an average of 90.3 points scored and 80.2 points allowed during that stretch. Their last victory was a narrow 74-72 win against the Missouri Tigers, showcasing their resilience and offensive capabilities.
The home advantage played a crucial role for Texas, who had a home record of 4-2 in their last six games, while Georgia's away record stood at 2-1 in their last three away contests. Historically, the Longhorns had faced the Bulldogs once before, resulting in a loss for Texas, with a final score of 67-83 during the 2025 season.
In terms of injuries, the block did not provide specific details, but both teams were looking to maximize their rosters for this important matchup. The odds set by DraftKings reflected Texas as a 3.5-point favorite, with a total of 168.5 points for the game. The spread indicated confidence in the Longhorns, especially playing at home, where they had the opportunity to leverage their crowd support.
Conditions at the Moody Center were conducive for basketball, with a vibrant atmosphere that often energizes the home team. Fans were eager to see if Texas could regain their form and deliver a strong performance against a formidable opponent.
As the game unfolded, Texas demonstrated their offensive prowess, quickly establishing a lead that they would not relinquish. The Longhorns' ability to score efficiently and clamp down on defense allowed them to control the pace of the game. Key plays included free throws and three-pointers, with Jeremiah Wilkinson and Jordan Pope contributing significantly to the scoreline in the second half.
Ultimately, the Longhorns' victory not only improved their standing but also provided a much-needed boost in confidence as they look to build on this performance in the coming games.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | TEX -3.5 | 168.5 o -115 / u -105 | Georgia Bulldogs +136 · Texas Longhorns -162 |
Leaders
- PointsDailyn Swain26Texas Longhorns
- AssistsTramon Mark4Texas Longhorns
- ReboundsMatas Vokietaitis8Texas Longhorns
- PointsJeremiah Wilkinson17Georgia Bulldogs
- AssistsJeremiah Wilkinson4Georgia Bulldogs
- ReboundsSomtochukwu Cyril5Georgia Bulldogs
Recent form
Texas Longhorns
Last 10: 5-5Streak L283.8 scored · 76.1 allowed per game4-2 at home
- L80-85at Kentucky WildcatsJan 22
- L70-74vs Texas A&M AggiesJan 17
- W80-64vs Vanderbilt CommodoresJan 15
- W92-88at Alabama Crimson TideJan 11
- L71-85at Tennessee VolunteersJan 7
- L98-101vs Mississippi State BulldogsJan 3
- W94-71vs Maryland Eastern Shore HawksDec 23
- W95-53vs Le Moyne DolphinsDec 17
- L63-71at UConn HuskiesDec 13
- W95-69vs Southern JaguarsDec 9
Georgia Bulldogs
Last 10: 8-2Streak W290.3 scored · 80.2 allowed per game2-1 away
- W74-72at Missouri TigersJan 21
- W90-76vs Arkansas RazorbacksJan 17
- L95-97vs Ole Miss RebelsJan 15
- W75-70at South Carolina GamecocksJan 10
- L77-92at Florida GatorsJan 7
- W104-100vs Auburn TigersJan 3
- W89-74vs Long Island University SharksDec 30
- W103-74vs West Georgia WolvesDec 22
- W112-82vs Western Carolina CatamountsDec 19
- W84-65vs Cincinnati BearcatsDec 13
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | Georgia Bulldogs | Texas Longhorns |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 22-51 | 35-60 |
| Field goal % | 43 | 58 |
| Three-pointers | 6-19 | 8-21 |
| Three-point % | 32 | 38 |
| Free throws | 17-25 | 9-12 |
| Free throw % | 68 | 75 |
| Rebounds | 25 | 32 |
| Offensive rebounds | 11 | 11 |
| Defensive rebounds | 14 | 21 |
| Assists | 11 | 17 |
| Steals | 7 | 10 |
| Blocks | 3 | 3 |
| Turnovers | 13 | 12 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 2 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 1 |
| Points off turnovers | 13 | 19 |
| Fast-break points | 7 | 13 |
| Points in the paint | 30 | 38 |
| Fouls | 14 | 18 |
| Largest lead | 9 | 23 |
| Lead changes | 6 | 6 |
| Time in front | 49 | 46 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half41-40Matas Vokietaitis makes layup (Dailyn Swain assists)
- 2nd Half41-41Matas Vokietaitis makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half44-41Jordan Ross makes 24-foot three point jumper (Marcus Millender assists)
- 2nd Half44-43Dailyn Swain makes 2-foot dunk
- 2nd Half47-43Marcus Millender makes 24-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half47-45Tramon Mark makes 18-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half48-45Blue Cain makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half48-48Tramon Mark makes 25-foot three point jumper (Chendall Weaver assists)
- 2nd Half48-51Tramon Mark makes 25-foot three point jumper (Chendall Weaver assists)
- 2nd Half49-51Marcus Millender makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half49-53Tramon Mark makes 16-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half49-55Dailyn Swain makes layup (Simeon Wilcher assists)
- 2nd Half52-55Jeremiah Wilkinson makes 23-foot three point jumper (Marcus Millender assists)
- 2nd Half52-58Jordan Pope makes 26-foot three point jumper (Tramon Mark assists)
- 2nd Half54-58Marcus Millender makes driving layup
- 2nd Half54-60Tramon Mark makes 12-foot turnaround jump shot (Lassina Traore assists)
- 2nd Half54-62Dailyn Swain makes 2-foot dunk
- 2nd Half54-65Camden Heide makes 23-foot three point jumper (Tramon Mark assists)
- 2nd Half54-67Matas Vokietaitis makes layup (Dailyn Swain assists)
- 2nd Half56-67Justin Abson makes 3-foot dunk (Jeremiah Wilkinson assists)
- 2nd Half56-68Jordan Pope makes free throw 1 of 3
- 2nd Half56-69Jordan Pope makes free throw 2 of 3
- 2nd Half56-70Jordan Pope makes free throw 3 of 3
- 2nd Half56-72Dailyn Swain makes driving layup
- 2nd Half56-75Camden Heide makes 25-foot three point jumper (Simeon Wilcher assists)
- 2nd Half57-75Jake Wilkins makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half57-77Dailyn Swain makes 16-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half57-79Dailyn Swain makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half58-79Somtochukwu Cyril makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half58-81Jordan Pope makes 14-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half60-81Jordan Ross makes driving layup
- 2nd Half60-83Tramon Mark makes driving layup
- 2nd Half61-83Jeremiah Wilkinson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half62-83Jeremiah Wilkinson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half65-83Jeremiah Wilkinson makes 25-foot three point jumper (Jordan Ross assists)
- 2nd Half65-84Jordan Pope makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half65-85Jordan Pope makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half65-87Matas Vokietaitis makes layup (Chendall Weaver assists)
- 2nd Half66-87Jordan Ross makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half67-87Jordan Ross makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Texas Longhorns, below favours Georgia Bulldogs.
Venue
- Moody CenterAustin, TX
- Attendance10523
- OfficialsDon Daily, Todd Austin, Bharat Ramnanan
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