The Georgia Southern Eagles will meet the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets at McCamish Pavilion in Atlanta, GA, on Friday, November 6, 2026. This non-conference game pits the Sun Belt against the Atlantic Coast. Both teams enter the game with 1-0 records this season.
In their recent game, the Eagles defeated the Ball State Cardinals 67-55. Eltramon Smith led the team with 24 points, while Dallas Gardner contributed 13 points and 13 rebounds. The Eagles will look to continue their success on the road.
Georgia Tech comes off a 75-55 win against the Hampton Pirates. Tylis Jordan and Kam Craft were key players in that game, scoring 9 and 12 points, respectively. The Yellow Jackets will be defending their home court as the favorites.
Georgia Tech vs Georgia Southern At a Glance
- Matchup: Georgia Southern Eagles vs Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets
- Date & Time: Friday, November 6, 2026 at 7:00 PM ET
- Venue: McCamish Pavilion, Atlanta GA
- TV Channel: ACC
- Georgia Southern Record: 1-0 for the 2027 Regular Season
- Game Odds: Georgia Tech favored by -18.5
Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets: A Deep Dive Into the Home Team's Prospects
Offensive Overview
The Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets put up 75.0 points per game, landing them at 225th nationally. They maintain an average of 75.3 possessions each game, showcasing their pace. With 67.0 field goal attempts per game, they rank 85th in attempts.
Despite their attempts, their field goal percentage sits at 41.8%, placing them at 265th. Their effective field goal percentage drops even further to 44.8%. This highlights a need for better shot selection or execution.
Inside the Arc
When it comes to two-point shots, Georgia Tech attempts 39.0 per game, ranking them 146th. Their two-point shooting percentage is a solid 61.5%, which is 104th best. This indicates that their strength lies in closer range shots.
Outside shooting presents a challenge, with only 4.0 three-pointers made per game, ranking 400th. With 28.0 three-point attempts per game, their percentage is just 14.3%, a concerning 438th place.
Rebounding and Ball Movement
On the boards, Georgia Tech excels with 59.0 rebounds per game, ranking them 8th. This gives them a strong advantage in gaining extra possessions. However, their assists per game lag at 11.0, placing them at 292nd.
Improving ball movement could help them convert more of their possessions into points. Their free throw shooting is another area needing attention, with a 60.0% success rate, ranking 339th.
Defensive Stats
Defensively, they manage 6.0 steals per game, placing them 132nd. However, their 7.0 blocks per game rank 400th, indicating room for improvement in rim protection. They also struggle with turnovers, averaging 18.0 per game, ranking 365th.
Additionally, they need to control fouls better, committing 24.0 per game, which ranks them 403rd. This often gives opponents easy scoring opportunities at the line.
Team Betting Trends
- SU Last 3: 1-0 (100.0%)
- SU Last 5: 1-0 (100.0%)
- SU Last 10: 1-0 (100.0%)
- SU All Games: 1-0 (100.0%)
- SU as Favorite: 1-0 (100.0%)
- ATS Last 3: 1-0 (100.0%)
- ATS Last 5: 1-0 (100.0%)
- ATS Last 10: 1-0 (100.0%)
- ATS All Games: 1-0 (100.0%)
- ATS as Favorite: 1-0 (100.0%)
- O/U Last 3: 0-1 (0.0%)
- O/U Last 5: 0-1 (0.0%)
- O/U Last 10: 0-1 (0.0%)
- O/U All Games: 0-1 (0.0%)
Georgia Southern Eagles Aim for Victory in Upcoming Game
Offensive Performance
Georgia Southern averages 67 points per game, ranking them low nationally. They take about 53 shots per game, which is also among the fewest in college basketball. Their field goal percentage stands at 37.7, indicating shooting struggles.
The Eagles make 5 three-pointers per game, showing a need for improvement from beyond the arc. They attempt 19 threes per game but only convert 26.3% of them. Free throws are a bright spot with 22 made per game, though their percentage is just 61.1.
Defensive Stats
Defensively, Georgia Southern records 9 steals and 4 blocks per game. They manage to keep turnovers low at 10 per game, placing them among the better teams in this category. The team commits 16 fouls per game, which is fairly moderate.
Top Players to Watch
Eltramon Smith stands out with 24 points and 5 rebounds per game. He also contributes defensively with a block per game. Dallas Gardner provides 13 points and a significant 13 rebounds per contest.
Jayden Williams adds 6 points and 5 rebounds to the team's efforts. His field goal percentage is an impressive 66.7%. Rashaad Williams chips in with 4 points, 3 rebounds, and 3 assists per game.
Recent Game Insights
In their recent victory over Ball State, Georgia Southern scored 67 points. Eltramon Smith led the scoring with 24 points. Dallas Gardner contributed significantly with 13 points and 13 rebounds.
Jayden Williams added 6 points and 5 rebounds in the same game. The team shot 37.7% from the field, matching their season average. Their defense limited Ball State to 55 points.
Betting Trends
- SU Last 3: 1-0 (100.0%)
- SU as Underdog: 1-0 (100.0%)
- ATS Last 3: 1-0 (100.0%)
- ATS as Underdog: 1-0 (100.0%)
- O/U Last 3: 0-1 (0.0%)
Georgia Tech vs Georgia Southern Prediction: Georgia Southern +18.5
Georgia Southern's stats show they struggle offensively, ranking low in field goal and three-point percentages. However, they excel in free throws attempted, which could help keep the game closer. Georgia Tech's defense has weaknesses, allowing opportunities for Georgia Southern to capitalize.
Georgia Tech has a strong record straight up, but they haven't consistently covered large spreads. Their three-point shooting is particularly weak, with a low percentage of shots made. This may limit their ability to pull away significantly from Georgia Southern.
Georgia Southern has shown they can cover spreads as underdogs. Their defensive stats, while not outstanding, are sufficient to keep the game within reach. They aim to keep the pace slower, reducing Georgia Tech's scoring chances.
Considering these factors, taking Georgia Southern with the points is appealing. The prediction for the final score leans towards a closer contest than the spread suggests.
- Georgia Tech vs Georgia Southern Prediction: Georgia Southern +18.5
- Georgia Tech vs Georgia Southern Score: Georgia Tech 75 - Georgia Southern 60
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