Georgia Bulldogs Dominate Western Carolina Catamounts
Thursday, December 18, 2025, 7:00 PM ET · Stegeman Coliseum
Georgia Bulldogs 112, Western Carolina Catamounts 82, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Western Carolina Catamounts vs Georgia Bulldogs?
Georgia Bulldogs beat Western Carolina Catamounts 112-82 at Stegeman Coliseum on December 18, 2025.
The Georgia Bulldogs showcased their offensive prowess in a commanding victory over the Western Carolina Catamounts, finishing the game with a score of 112 to 82. This matchup highlighted the stark contrast between the two teams' recent performances and overall records, making it a notable fixture in the NCAAB landscape.
Entering the game, Georgia had an impressive home record of 10-1 and was riding a three-game winning streak. In their last ten games, the Bulldogs boasted a record of 9-1, averaging 98.3 points scored while allowing 70.6 points per game. Their recent form included a notable victory against the Cincinnati Bearcats, where they won 84-65 just days before this matchup. Georgia's offensive capabilities were evident, as they scored over 100 points in multiple games this season, including a staggering 123 points against Tennessee Tech.
Conversely, the Western Carolina Catamounts entered the game with a record of 4-7 and were on a two-game losing streak. Their recent form showed a record of 4-6 in their last ten games, with an average of 76.8 points scored and 78.3 points allowed. Their most recent game resulted in a 74-96 loss to Virginia Tech, further emphasizing their struggles on the road, where they had not secured a victory, holding an away record of 0-6.
The game took place at Stegeman Coliseum, where Georgia had a solid home record of 7-1. The Bulldogs' ability to perform well at home has been a significant factor in their success this season. In contrast, Western Carolina's away struggles were evident, as they had not won a game on the road this season.
The betting market reflected Georgia's dominance, with DraftKings setting the spread at -32.5 in favor of the Bulldogs, indicating a strong expectation for Georgia to win by a significant margin. The total points for the game were set at 167.5, with odds of -115.0 for the over and -105.0 for the under, suggesting a belief in a high-scoring affair.
In terms of injuries, the block did not provide any specific details about player absences that could have impacted the game. However, the absence of key players can often influence team dynamics and performance.
As the game unfolded, Georgia's offensive strategy was on full display. They maintained control throughout the match, with scoring plays that included impressive three-point shots and powerful dunks. The Bulldogs' ability to stretch the floor and create open shots was evident, as they consistently found ways to score against a struggling Western Carolina defense.
The final score of 112-82 not only reflects Georgia's offensive capabilities but also highlights the challenges faced by Western Carolina in defending against a high-scoring team. The Bulldogs' victory solidifies their position as a formidable force in NCAAB, while the Catamounts will need to regroup and address their defensive shortcomings as they move forward in the season.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | UGA -32.5 | 167.5 o -115 / u -105 | Western Carolina Catamounts — · Georgia Bulldogs — |
Leaders
- PointsJeremiah Wilkinson26Georgia Bulldogs
- AssistsJordan Ross5Georgia Bulldogs
- ReboundsSomtochukwu Cyril10Georgia Bulldogs
- PointsCJ Hyland14Western Carolina Catamounts
- AssistsTidjiane Dioumassi5Western Carolina Catamounts
- ReboundsAbdulai Fanta Kabba7Western Carolina Catamounts
Recent form
Georgia Bulldogs
Last 10: 9-1Streak W398.3 scored · 70.6 allowed per game7-1 at home
- W84-65vs Cincinnati BearcatsDec 13
- 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
Western Carolina Catamounts
Last 10: 4-6Streak L276.8 scored · 78.3 allowed per game0-6 away
- L74-96at Virginia Tech HokiesDec 12
- L67-78at South Carolina Upstate SpartansDec 6
- W124-62vs Virginia Lynchburg DragonsDec 2
- L73-93at High Point PanthersNov 29
- L62-83at Lipscomb BisonsNov 22
- W80-73vs UNC Asheville BulldogsNov 20
- W76-65vs Stetson HattersNov 16
- W95-44vs Voorhees TigersNov 14
- L54-95at Duke Blue DevilsNov 8
- L63-94at Cincinnati BearcatsNov 4
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Tennessee State | 23-11 | - | 13-5 |
| Mercer | 19-13 | 2 | 11-7 |
| Wofford | 19-13 | 2 | 11-7 |
| Samford | 18-14 | 2 | 11-7 |
| Furman | 22-13 | 3 | 10-8 |
| Western Carolina | 15-16 | 3 | 10-8 |
| UNC Greensboro | 15-19 | 4 | 9-9 |
| Chattanooga | 13-19 | 6 | 7-11 |
| The Citadel | 11-22 | 6 | 7-11 |
| VMI | 6-26 | 12 | 1-17 |
| 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 | Western Carolina Catamounts | Georgia Bulldogs |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 32-63 | 35-59 |
| Field goal % | 51 | 59 |
| Three-pointers | 8-21 | 11-22 |
| Three-point % | 38 | 50 |
| Free throws | 10-17 | 31-40 |
| Free throw % | 59 | 77 |
| Rebounds | 26 | 37 |
| Offensive rebounds | 6 | 9 |
| Defensive rebounds | 20 | 28 |
| Assists | 11 | 14 |
| Steals | 8 | 10 |
| Blocks | 3 | 3 |
| Turnovers | 16 | 11 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 15 | 24 |
| Fast-break points | 2 | 34 |
| Points in the paint | 38 | 46 |
| Fouls | 30 | 17 |
| Largest lead | 0 | 34 |
| Lead changes | 0 | 0 |
| Time in front | 0 | 99 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half54-75Marcus Millender makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half54-76Marcus Millender makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half55-76Marcus Kell makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half56-76Marcus Kell makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half56-78Somtochukwu Cyril makes 1-foot dunk (Jordan Ross assists)
- 2nd Half57-78Marcus Kell makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half57-80Blue Cain makes layup
- 2nd Half57-81Jordan Ross makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half57-82Jordan Ross makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half59-82CJ Hyland makes driving layup
- 2nd Half61-82Marcus Kell makes driving layup
- 2nd Half61-83Jeremiah Wilkinson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half63-83Tidjiane Dioumassi makes driving layup
- 2nd Half63-86Jeremiah Wilkinson makes 27-foot three point jumper (Marcus Millender assists)
- 2nd Half64-86Tahlan Pettway makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half64-88Kareem Stagg makes 2-foot dunk (Marcus Millender assists)
- 2nd Half64-91Jeremiah Wilkinson makes 25-foot three point jumper (Kareem Stagg assists)
- 2nd Half64-94Jeremiah Wilkinson makes 25-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half67-94Cord Stansberry makes 25-foot three point jumper (Tahlan Pettway assists)
- 2nd Half67-95Jeremiah Wilkinson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half67-96Jeremiah Wilkinson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half70-96Cord Stansberry makes 24-foot three point step back jumpshot
- 2nd Half70-97Marcus Millender makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half70-98Marcus Millender makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half72-98Tahlan Pettway makes 16-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half72-100Somtochukwu Cyril makes 2-foot alley oop dunk (Marcus Millender assists)
- 2nd Half74-100Justin Johnson makes layup
- 2nd Half75-100Justin Johnson makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half75-101Kareem Stagg makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half75-102Kareem Stagg makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half75-103Jordan Ross makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half75-104Jordan Ross makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half75-105Justin Abson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half75-106Justin Abson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half77-106Tayeshaun Smith makes layup
- 2nd Half77-109Kareem Stagg makes 25-foot three point jumper (Jordan Ross assists)
- 2nd Half77-111Jake Wilkins makes 1-foot dunk (Jordan Ross assists)
- 2nd Half80-111Marcus Kell makes 24-foot three point jumper (Cord Stansberry assists)
- 2nd Half80-112Jordan Ross makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half82-112Tayeshaun Smith makes 2-foot dunk (Cord Stansberry assists)
Win probability
Above the line favours Georgia Bulldogs, below favours Western Carolina Catamounts.
Venue
- Stegeman ColiseumAthens, GA
- Attendance6652
- OfficialsDoug Shows, Paul Szelc, Shane Land
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