Miami Hurricanes Defeat Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets 91-81
Saturday, January 10, 2026, 12:00 PM ET · Watsco Center
Miami Hurricanes 91, Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets 81, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets vs Miami Hurricanes?
Miami Hurricanes beat Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets 91-81 at Watsco Center on January 10, 2026.
Who was favored in Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets vs Miami Hurricanes?
Miami Hurricanes were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -1600 (about 94% implied). The favorite won.
The Miami Hurricanes secured a solid victory over the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets, finishing the game with a score of 91-81 at the Watsco Center. This matchup was particularly noteworthy as it showcased Miami's impressive home record of 14-2, while Georgia Tech came in with a 10-7 record. Miami's recent form has been remarkable, with the team boasting a 9-1 record over their last ten games and currently riding an eight-game winning streak. During this stretch, they averaged 86.4 points scored per game while allowing 68.1 points. In contrast, Georgia Tech's recent performance has been more mixed, with a 5-5 record over their last ten games and a scoring average of 77.4 points, while allowing 75.3 points.
Miami's performance at home has been particularly strong, with a home record of 6-1. They have been dominant in their last five games, winning all five and averaging 92.8 points while allowing 74.6 points. Georgia Tech, on the other hand, has struggled on the road, with an away record of 0-3 in their last three away games. In their previous meeting during the 2025 season, Miami faced Georgia Tech and lost 74-89, making this victory a significant turnaround for the Hurricanes.
In terms of injuries, the block does not specify any players missing for either team, so both sides appeared to be at full strength for this contest. The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had Miami favored by 15.5 points, with a total set at 156.5. The odds reflected Miami's strong home advantage and recent form, with a money line of -1600 for Miami and +900 for Georgia Tech.
The game conditions were not detailed in the block, but the atmosphere at the Watsco Center likely contributed to Miami's performance. Fans witnessed key moments, including Tre Donaldson's step-back jumpshot and a series of free throws from both teams that kept the score competitive in the second half. Miami's final scoring plays included free throws from Malik Reneau and Ernest Udeh Jr., which helped solidify their lead in the closing moments.
Overall, this game highlighted Miami's offensive capabilities and their ability to capitalize on home court advantage, while Georgia Tech will need to reassess their approach as they continue their season.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | MIA -15.5 | 156.5 o -108 / u -112 | Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets +900 · Miami Hurricanes -1600 |
Leaders
- PointsTre Donaldson27Miami Hurricanes
- AssistsTre Donaldson10Miami Hurricanes
- ReboundsErnest Udeh Jr.15Miami Hurricanes
- PointsKowacie Reeves Jr.23Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets
- AssistsLamar Washington12Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets
- ReboundsBaye Ndongo7Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets
Recent form
Miami Hurricanes
Last 10: 9-1Streak W886.4 scored · 68.1 allowed per game6-1 at home
- W81-77at Wake Forest Demon DeaconsJan 8
- W76-69vs Pittsburgh PanthersDec 31
- W105-67vs North Florida OspreysDec 21
- W98-81vs Florida International PanthersDec 17
- W104-79vs UL Monroe WarhawksDec 13
- W88-64vs Southern Miss Golden EaglesDec 6
- W75-66at Ole Miss RebelsDec 3
- W78-65at Georgetown HoyasNov 29
- L62-72vs BYU CougarsNov 27
- W97-41vs Delaware State HornetsNov 23
Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets
Last 10: 5-5Streak L177.4 scored · 75.3 allowed per game0-3 away
- L72-82vs Syracuse OrangeJan 7
- W65-53vs Boston College EaglesJan 3
- L79-85at Duke Blue DevilsDec 31
- W89-65vs Florida A&M RattlersDec 28
- W95-81vs Lafayette LeopardsDec 20
- W87-76vs Marist Red FoxesDec 17
- W79-67vs Monmouth HawksDec 6
- L73-85vs Mississippi State BulldogsDec 4
- L74-84at Drake BulldogsNov 29
- L61-75at DePaul Blue DemonsNov 29
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Duke | 35-3 | - | 17-1 |
| Virginia | 30-6 | 2 | 15-3 |
| Miami | 26-9 | 4 | 13-5 |
| North Carolina | 24-9 | 5 | 12-6 |
| Clemson | 24-11 | 5 | 12-6 |
| Louisville | 24-11 | 6 | 11-7 |
| NC State | 20-14 | 7 | 10-8 |
| Florida State | 18-15 | 7 | 10-8 |
| California | 22-12 | 8 | 9-9 |
| Stanford | 20-13 | 8 | 9-9 |
| Virginia Tech | 19-13 | 9 | 8-10 |
| SMU | 20-14 | 9 | 8-10 |
| Wake Forest | 18-17 | 10 | 7-11 |
| Syracuse | 15-17 | 11 | 6-12 |
| Pittsburgh | 13-20 | 12 | 5-13 |
| Notre Dame | 13-18 | 13 | 4-14 |
| Boston College | 11-20 | 13 | 4-14 |
| Georgia Tech | 11-20 | 15 | 2-16 |
Box score
| Stat | Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets | Miami Hurricanes |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 26-57 | 30-58 |
| Field goal % | 46 | 52 |
| Three-pointers | 6-14 | 10-25 |
| Three-point % | 43 | 40 |
| Free throws | 23-27 | 21-32 |
| Free throw % | 85 | 66 |
| Rebounds | 32 | 31 |
| Offensive rebounds | 8 | 8 |
| Defensive rebounds | 24 | 23 |
| Assists | 18 | 20 |
| Steals | 4 | 11 |
| Blocks | 5 | 2 |
| Turnovers | 14 | 8 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 16 | 18 |
| Fast-break points | 8 | 10 |
| Points in the paint | 28 | 34 |
| Fouls | 23 | 23 |
| Largest lead | 0 | 15 |
| Lead changes | 0 | 0 |
| Time in front | 0 | 99 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half49-61Baye Ndongo makes 6-foot hook shot (Lamar Washington assists)
- 2nd Half49-62Tre Donaldson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half50-62Baye Ndongo makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half50-64Dante Allen makes 11-foot floating jump shot (Tre Donaldson assists)
- 2nd Half51-64Lamar Washington makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half52-64Lamar Washington makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half54-64Kowacie Reeves Jr. makes 9-foot floating jump shot (Kam Craft assists)
- 2nd Half54-66Malik Reneau makes driving layup (Tre Donaldson assists)
- 2nd Half56-66Kowacie Reeves Jr. makes 18-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half56-68Tre Donaldson makes driving layup
- 2nd Half59-68Chas Kelley III makes 24-foot three point jumper (Lamar Washington assists)
- 2nd Half59-69Malik Reneau makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half59-71Tre Donaldson makes driving layup
- 2nd Half61-71Kam Craft makes 18-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half61-72Malik Reneau makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half61-73Malik Reneau makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half64-73Lamar Washington makes 24-foot three point step back jumpshot
- 2nd Half64-75Ernest Udeh Jr. makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half65-75Kam Craft makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half66-75Kam Craft makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half66-77Ernest Udeh Jr. makes 4-foot alley oop dunk (Tre Donaldson assists)
- 2nd Half68-77Baye Ndongo makes layup (Kowacie Reeves Jr. assists)
- 2nd Half70-77Kowacie Reeves Jr. makes 16-foot pullup jump shot (Lamar Washington assists)
- 2nd Half72-77Kowacie Reeves Jr. makes 14-foot jumper (Lamar Washington assists)
- 2nd Half72-80Timotej Malovec makes 23-foot three point jumper (Tre Donaldson assists)
- 2nd Half74-80Kowacie Reeves Jr. makes 19-foot jumper
- 2nd Half74-81Malik Reneau makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half75-81Akai Fleming makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half76-81Akai Fleming makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half76-82Tre Donaldson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half76-83Tre Donaldson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half78-83Lamar Washington makes driving layup
- 2nd Half78-85Tre Donaldson makes 16-foot step back jumpshot
- 2nd Half79-85Jaeden Mustaf makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half79-88Tre Donaldson makes 23-foot three point jumper (Dante Allen assists)
- 2nd Half80-88Lamar Washington makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half81-88Lamar Washington makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half81-89Malik Reneau makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half81-90Malik Reneau makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half81-91Ernest Udeh Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Miami Hurricanes, below favours Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets.
Venue
- Watsco CenterCoral Gables, FL
- Attendance5328
- OfficialsEric Lewis, Jemel Spearman, Ryan Sassano
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