Alabama Crimson Tide vs Georgia Bulldogs Picks and Predictions February 1st 2025

No. 4 Alabama Looks to Stay Hot Against Georgia Ahead of Auburn Clash

Alabama continues to build momentum as one of the nation’s best teams, and with a highly anticipated showdown against No. 1 Auburn looming, the Crimson Tide will aim to keep their four-game winning streak alive when they host Georgia on Saturday in Tuscaloosa.

Alabama’s Offensive Dominance

Since suffering a 74-64 home loss to Ole Miss on Jan. 14, Alabama (18-3, 7-1 SEC) has reasserted itself as the nation’s top-scoring team, averaging 93.3 points per game over its last four victories. That offensive explosion has boosted the Crimson Tide’s season scoring average to an NCAA-best 90.2 points per game.

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Their latest win, an 88-84 road victory over No. 14 Mississippi State on Wednesday, showcased their resiliency and shot-making ability.

• Chris Youngblood led the way with 23 points and a career-best seven three-pointers.
• Mark Sears, Alabama’s leading scorer at 18.0 points per game, bounced back with 17 points and nine assists after going scoreless against LSU.
• Grant Nelson hit the game-winning three-pointer with 2:30 remaining, securing Alabama’s fifth win against a top-15 opponent this season.

“That was quite the game if you like big shot-making,” Alabama coach Nate Oats said. “I thought a lot of guys made a lot of big plays.”

Alabama has also hit the 100-point mark twice in its last four wins, a testament to its high-powered offense and perimeter shooting.

Georgia Looking for Another Statement Win

Georgia (15-6, 3-5 SEC) enters the game fresh off a 71-60 victory over South Carolina on Tuesday, snapping a four-game losing streak.

Graduate transfer Dakota Leffew made the most of his first start for the Bulldogs, scoring 14 points and helping Georgia shoot 51.0% from the field and 46.7% (7 of 15) from three-point range.

Asa Newell led the Bulldogs with 17 points and 10 rebounds, and the team showed better shot selection and confidence after struggling offensively in previous losses.

“That’s what you’ve got to do in this league. Make or miss. Miss three in a row, shoot it again,” Leffew said. “SEC shooters just let it fly.”

Georgia was ranked No. 23 just a few weeks ago before a tough schedule saw them drop four straight, with losses to No. 6 Tennessee, No. 1 Auburn, and No. 5 Florida. Now, the Bulldogs have another chance to prove they belong among the SEC’s elite.

“We’ve been here before,” Leffew said. “We’ll be excited about the opportunity to see how well we can play against one of the best teams in the country.”

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Key Matchups to Watch

1. Alabama’s Perimeter Shooting vs. Georgia’s Defense
   • Alabama leads the nation in scoring and has been lethal from beyond the arc. If Georgia can’t defend the three-point line, it could be a long night for the Bulldogs.
2. Mark Sears vs. Georgia’s Backcourt
   • Sears bounced back after a tough outing against LSU. If he plays aggressively and facilitates well, Alabama’s offense will be hard to stop.
3. Georgia’s Frontcourt vs. Grant Nelson & Alabama’s Bigs
   • Nelson has been a strong interior presence, and Georgia’s Asa Newell will need another big game to keep the Bulldogs competitive in the paint.

What to Expect

Alabama has won six of the last seven meetings against Georgia, and the Bulldogs haven’t won in Tuscaloosa since 2017. With No. 1 Auburn on the horizon, Alabama will aim to stay focused and avoid looking ahead.

Georgia will need a near-perfect game to keep pace with Alabama’s high-powered offense, but the Bulldogs have shown they can compete against top-tier opponents.

Can Alabama keep its winning streak alive, or will Georgia pull off a major upset? The stage is set for another SEC showdown in Tuscaloosa.