- Matchup: Florida Gulf Coast Eagles vs Georgia Bulldogs
- Game Date: Monday, November 9, 2026
- Venue: Stegeman Coliseum, Athens, GA
- Broadcast: ESPN+
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On Monday, the Georgia Bulldogs (2-0) aim to secure a victory against the Florida Gulf Coast Eagles (1-1) at Stegeman Coliseum.
In their previous match, the Florida Gulf Coast Eagles triumphed over New College of Florida with a score of 89-67. They achieved a field goal percentage of 52.5% (32 out of 61) and made 14 of their 31 attempts from three-point range. At the free-throw line, the Eagles converted 11 of 14 attempts, resulting in a success rate of 78.6%. In terms of rebounds, they compiled 41 total, including 10 offensive boards. The team also recorded 16 assists, forced 11 turnovers, and secured 6 steals. On defense, Florida Gulf Coast held their opponents to a shooting percentage of 38.9%, allowing 28 of 72 shots to go in. New College of Florida managed to record 9 assists and 12 steals, pulling down 32 rebounds (12 offensive, 20 defensive) but did not register any blocks. They struggled at the free-throw line, hitting just 7 of 15 shots, and converted only 4 out of 23 three-point attempts. Both teams recorded similar personal fouls, with the Eagles committing 16 and New College of Florida with 17.
One standout player was Justin Houser, who shot an impressive 66.7% from the floor, contributing 15 points on 6 of 9 shooting. He played for 21 minutes, gathering 9 rebounds and dishing out 2 assists.
Florida Gulf Coast enters this matchup with a season record of 1-1, averaging 92.0 points per game (82nd in Division 1) with a shooting percentage of 48.8%. The Eagles are making 40.6% of their three-point attempts (26 of 64) and an impressive 87.8% at the free-throw line. On the boards, they are collecting an average of 40.5 rebounds per game and have tallied 33 assists, ranking 111th nationally for assists. However, they are turning the ball over 14.5 times per game and committing 21.5 fouls on average.
Defensively, the Eagles force 10.5 turnovers per game and commit 19.0 fouls. They allow opponents to shoot 31.7% from behind the arc and rank 292nd in points allowed per game, averaging 81.5. Their defense gives up a field goal percentage of 45.4% (59 of 130) and allows 32.0 rebounds per game. They currently sit 238th in allowing assists to opponents with 25 for the season.
On the other side, the Georgia Bulldogs achieved victory in their last game against Presbyterian, ending the contest 91-77. Defensively, they allowed Presbyterian to grab a total of 26 rebounds (9 offensive). The Bulldogs shot 31.3% from three (5 of 16) and finished 24 of 32 at the free-throw line (75.0%). Presbyterian converted 24 of 48 shots, resulting in a shooting percentage of 50.0% for the game. Georgia recorded a shooting rate of 47.8% (32 of 67). They made 10 of their 26 three-point attempts, translating to 38.5%. The Bulldogs were sent to the charity stripe 28 times due to 20 personal fouls called on Presbyterian, converting 17 (60.7%). They managed 18 defensive rebounds and 17 offensive boards for a total of 35 rebounds.
Blue Cain was instrumental for the Bulldogs, scoring 20 points in 31 minutes of play and also providing 3 assists. He showcased his efficiency by hitting 9 of 12 attempts for a field goal percentage of 75.0%, along with 4 rebounds.
Currently, Georgia stands at a 2-0 record this season. Offensively, they are shooting 46.0% from the field, ranking 181st nationwide. They have accumulated a total of 169 points this season and are averaging 37.5 rebounds per game. The team is averaging 11.5 assists (275th in Division 1) and possesses a low turnover rate of 7.0 per game, despite committing 18.0 fouls per contest while shooting 63.8% from the charity stripe.
Defensively, the Bulldogs allow a three-point shooting rate of 38.7% (12 of 31) and concede 78.6% at the free-throw line. They yield an average of 10.5 assists and 33.0 rebounds per game, ranking 108th and 150th in Division 1 respectively. The Bulldogs rank 163rd nationally in points allowed per game at 69.5. They force their opponents into 16.0 turnovers per contest while allowing teams to connect on 43.1% of their field-goal attempts (222nd in the nation).
Who will come out on top in tonight’s NCAA bout against the spread?
Prediction: Bet on Florida Gulf Coast
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