Alabama Crimson Tide vs. Georgia Bulldogs ATS Prediction 02/08/20

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Expect a fast-paced game when the Alabama Crimson Tide (12-10, 4-5 SEC) travel to Georgia to play the Bulldogs (12-10, 2-7 SEC). The game will air on SEC Network at 6 p.m. ET on Saturday, February 8, 2020.

Alabama Crimson Tide vs. Georgia Bulldogs Betting Odds

Both teams were beaten in their last contest. The Bulldogs fell to the Florida Gators, 81-75, while the Crimson Tide lost a tough one against the Tennessee Volunteers, 69-68.

Alabama was lights out from beyond the arc (11-27; 40.7 percent) while Georgia did a great job of converting from the charity stripe (13-18; 72.2 percent). Anthony Edwards played a key role for Georgia with 32 points and six rebounds. Alabama received a boost from Kira Lewis Jr., who put up 19 points.

The Crimson Tide won the lone contest between these two teams last season, 89-74. Alabama’s free throw rate was their biggest advantage over Georgia. The Crimson Tide had a rate of 0.276, while the Bulldogs posted a mark of 0.141. This will be the first matchup of the year between these two teams.

There could be plenty of transition action in this meeting that showcases two of the country’s more fast-paced teams. Georgia ranks 46th in possessions per game (72.6) and Alabama is sixth (77.1).

Alabama Crimson Tide at Georgia Bulldogs Free Pick

Pick: SU Winner – Alabama, ATS Winner – Alabama, O/U – Over

Betting Notes:

  • Georgia ranks 53rd in rebounds per game (38.6) while Alabama ranks 282nd in rebounds allowed per game (39.5).
  • The Crimson Tide average 4.8 blocks per game, which ranks 24th in the country. The Bulldogs rank 125th in blocks allowed per game (3.6).
  • Alabama averages 13.8 assists per game, which ranks 94th in the country. Georgia ranks 139th in assists allowed per game (12.7).
  • The Bulldogs rank 55th in steals per game (7.7) while the Crimson Tide rank 205th in steals allowed per game (8.7).
  • Alabama averages 29.5 three pointers per game, which ranks fifth in the NCAA. Georgia ranks 146th in three pointers allowed per game (22.0).

Bettings Trends:

  • During their last five games, the Crimson Tide have scored an average of 75.2 points per game (6.4 below their season average) and allowed an average of 75.4 points per game (1.7 below their season average).
  • The Bulldogs have been outscored by an average of 2.8 points in their last five games. On the season, Georgia has defeated opponents by an average of 1.9 points.