NCAAB · Final

UConn Holds Off Georgetown in Close Contest

Saturday, January 17, 2026, 12:00 PM ET · Capital One Arena

UConn Huskies 64, Georgetown Hoyas 62, 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 UConn Huskies vs Georgetown Hoyas?

UConn Huskies beat Georgetown Hoyas 64-62 at Capital One Arena on January 17, 2026.

Who was favored in UConn Huskies vs Georgetown Hoyas?

UConn Huskies were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -900 (about 90% implied). The favorite won.

In a tightly contested matchup, the UConn Huskies edged out the Georgetown Hoyas with a final score of 64-62 at the Capital One Arena. This game showcased the stark contrast in the teams' recent performances, with UConn coming into the game with a formidable record of 18-1, while Georgetown struggled with a 9-9 record. The victory extended UConn's winning streak to 11 games, reflecting their dominance in the current season. In contrast, Georgetown's loss marked their fifth consecutive defeat, a troubling trend for the Hoyas as they continue to search for answers.

Georgetown's recent form has been concerning, as they have recorded a 4-6 record over their last ten games, averaging 76.2 points scored while allowing 75.9 points per game. Their last five games have been particularly challenging, with a record of just 1-4 and an average of 76.0 points scored against an equal average of 76.0 points allowed. The Hoyas' home record stands at 3-3, and they have struggled to find consistency, especially evident in their recent losses to teams like Creighton and Seton Hall.

On the other hand, UConn's recent performance has been exceptional, boasting a perfect 10-0 record in their last ten games. They have averaged 78.9 points scored while allowing only 65.5 points per game during this stretch. Their last five games have been particularly impressive, with an average of 81.4 points scored and only 69.2 points allowed. UConn's away record is also strong, standing at 4-0, which highlights their ability to perform well on the road.

The matchup also featured a notable history between the two teams, with UConn having won both previous meetings in the 2025 season. In their last encounter on February 26, 2025, UConn defeated Georgetown 93-79, and earlier that season, they also secured a 68-60 victory at Georgetown. This history added an extra layer of intrigue to the game, as Georgetown sought to break their losing streak against a formidable opponent.

In terms of injuries, the block does not specify any key players missing for either team, which meant both squads were at full strength for this important clash. The market had UConn as significant favorites, with DraftKings listing them at -11.5 on the spread and a moneyline of -900, while Georgetown was set at +600 on the moneyline. The total for the game was set at 141.5, indicating expectations for a competitive scoring environment.

Conditions during the game were typical for indoor basketball, with no external factors impacting play. Fans witnessed a back-and-forth contest, with UConn maintaining a slight edge throughout. Key moments in the second half included a series of scoring plays that highlighted both teams' offensive capabilities. Silas Demary Jr. and Malik Mack were instrumental for UConn, contributing crucial points in the closing moments of the game.

As the game progressed, Georgetown made a strong push to close the gap, but UConn's defense held firm in the final minutes. The Hoyas managed to narrow the score, but ultimately fell short, unable to secure the win despite a valiant effort. This result underscores the challenges Georgetown faces as they attempt to regain their footing in the season, while UConn continues to assert their dominance in the league.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	CONN -11.5	141.5 o -110 / u -110	UConn Huskies -900 · Georgetown Hoyas +600

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Leaders

PointsVince Iwuchukwu12Georgetown Hoyas
AssistsJeremiah Williams5Georgetown Hoyas
ReboundsVince Iwuchukwu14Georgetown Hoyas
PointsTarris Reed Jr.15UConn Huskies
AssistsSilas Demary Jr.5UConn Huskies
ReboundsTarris Reed Jr.11UConn Huskies

Recent form

Georgetown Hoyas

Last 10: 4-6Streak L476.2 scored · 75.9 allowed per game3-3 at home

L83-86at Creighton BluejaysJan 14
L67-76vs Seton Hall PiratesJan 10
L50-56at DePaul Blue DemonsJan 7
L83-95vs St. John's Red StormJan 1
W97-67vs Coppin State EaglesDec 22
L77-80vs Xavier MusketeersDec 21
W78-69at Marquette Golden EaglesDec 18
W76-68vs Saint Peter's PeacocksDec 13
L61-81at North Carolina Tar HeelsDec 7
W90-81vs UMBC RetrieversDec 4

UConn Huskies

Last 10: 10-0Streak W1078.9 scored · 65.5 allowed per game4-0 away

W69-64at Seton Hall PiratesJan 14
W72-60vs DePaul Blue DemonsJan 10
W103-98at Providence FriarsJan 8
W73-57vs Marquette Golden EaglesJan 4
W90-67at Xavier MusketeersDec 31
W72-54at DePaul Blue DemonsDec 21
W79-60vs Butler BulldogsDec 17
W71-63vs Texas LonghornsDec 13
W77-73vs Florida GatorsDec 10
W83-59vs East Texas A&M LionsDec 6

Standings

Team	Overall	Games behind	In conference
St. John's	30-7	-	18-2
UConn	34-6	1	17-3
Villanova	24-9	3	15-5
Seton Hall	21-12	8	10-10
Creighton	16-18	9	9-11
DePaul	16-16	10	8-12
Butler	16-16	11	7-13
Providence	15-18	11	7-13
Marquette	12-20	11	7-13
Georgetown	16-18	12	6-14
Xavier	15-18	12	6-14

Box score

Stat	UConn Huskies	Georgetown Hoyas
Field goals	21-58	25-57
Field goal %	36	44
Three-pointers	5-26	5-14
Three-point %	19	36
Free throws	17-24	7-9
Free throw %	71	78
Rebounds	34	40
Offensive rebounds	16	15
Defensive rebounds	18	25
Assists	11	13
Steals	8	3
Blocks	6	1
Turnovers	6	13
Team turnovers	1	0
Technical fouls	0	0
Technical fouls, total	0	0
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	8	8
Fast-break points	2	12
Points in the paint	24	32
Fouls	14	20
Largest lead	10	4
Lead changes	2	2
Time in front	80	15

How the scoring went

1st Half32-25Jeremiah Williams makes free throw 1 of 2
1st Half32-26Jeremiah Williams makes free throw 2 of 2
1st Half32-28Jayden Fort makes 1-foot dunk
2nd Half32-30Vince Iwuchukwu makes layup
2nd Half32-33Caleb Williams makes 25-foot three point jumper (Malik Mack assists)
2nd Half32-35Vince Iwuchukwu makes layup
2nd Half32-36KJ Lewis makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half33-36Silas Demary Jr. makes free throw 1 of 3
2nd Half34-36Silas Demary Jr. makes free throw 2 of 3
2nd Half34-38Vince Iwuchukwu makes 7-foot hook shot (Jeremiah Williams assists)
2nd Half36-38Silas Demary Jr. makes 12-foot floating jump shot
2nd Half36-40KJ Lewis makes driving layup (Jeremiah Williams assists)
2nd Half38-40Tarris Reed Jr. makes 7-foot jumper (Silas Demary Jr. assists)
2nd Half40-40Eric Reibe makes layup
2nd Half42-40Alex Karaban makes driving layup (Silas Demary Jr. assists)
2nd Half45-40Braylon Mullins makes 24-foot three point jumper (Silas Demary Jr. assists)
2nd Half45-43Isaiah Abraham makes 25-foot three point step back jumpshot (KJ Lewis assists)
2nd Half45-45Vince Iwuchukwu makes 8-foot hook shot (Jeremiah Williams assists)
2nd Half46-45Braylon Mullins makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half47-45Braylon Mullins makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half49-45Solo Ball makes 1-foot dunk
2nd Half49-47Malik Mack makes 13-foot pullup jump shot
2nd Half50-47Solo Ball makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half51-47Solo Ball makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half51-49Jeremiah Williams makes layup (Julius Halaifonua assists)
2nd Half51-50Jeremiah Williams makes free throw 1 of 1
2nd Half52-50Solo Ball makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half53-50Solo Ball makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half54-50Tarris Reed Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half55-50Tarris Reed Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half55-53KJ Lewis makes 23-foot three point jumper (Jeremiah Williams assists)
2nd Half58-53Alex Karaban makes 22-foot three point jumper
2nd Half60-53Silas Demary Jr. makes 13-foot step back jumpshot
2nd Half60-55Malik Mack makes 13-foot pullup jump shot
2nd Half62-55Solo Ball makes 11-foot floating jump shot (Braylon Mullins assists)
2nd Half62-58Malik Mack makes 24-foot three point jumper (KJ Lewis assists)
2nd Half63-58Silas Demary Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half63-60KJ Lewis makes 1-foot dunk (Malik Mack assists)
2nd Half64-60Braylon Mullins makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half64-62Vince Iwuchukwu makes 1-foot dunk