Match Analysis: Georgia Bulldogs vs Maryland-Eastern Shore Hawks – Prediction
Match Details
- Date: 2025-11-06
- Time: 12:00 AM UTC
- Location: Athens, Georgia
Game Overview
NCAA Men’s Basketball. Georgia Bulldogs (1-0, coming off a dominant 104-59 home win over Bellarmine) host Maryland-Eastern Shore Hawks (0-1, lost 56-52 OT at Georgia Tech). Georgia last season ranked 5th in SEC defense but only 12th in offense; they are aiming to improve their shooting under coach Mike White. The Hawks, a less competitive program, have no prior direct competition with Georgia and were in an overtime loss in their opener, struggling offensively.
Key Factors to Consider
- Georgia opened the season with overwhelming offensive output, shooting 54.3% from the field and 31% from three with balanced scoring[2]. Their defense, already solid, will be too much for a UMES team that only managed 52 points in an extended game against Georgia Tech[1][2]. UMES has struggled to generate offense, even with extra time.
- No prior head-to-head matchups between these teams[1][2].
- No major injury reports for either team.
- Georgia is riding a 28-game home nonconference win streak and should have a strong home-court advantage[2]. No travel or weather concerns.
- Georgia is expected to use this game to polish their offense and rotation; UMES is looking for any positive momentum after a narrow loss.
Odds and Predictions
| Category | Odds | Prediction | Confidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moneyline | Georgia -100000 / UMES 5000 | Georgia -100000 | ★★★★★ 95% |
| Spread | Georgia -29.5 -112 / UMES 29.5 -108 | Georgia -29.5 -112 | ★★★★☆ 85% |
| Over/under | Over 141.5 -110 / Under 141.5 -110 | Over 141.5 -110 | ★★★★☆ 70% |
Top EV Betting Odds
Discover the best value bets based on our EV analysis.
| Market | EV Pick |
|---|---|
| Moneyline | Georgia Bulldogs 4949% |
| Spread | N/A |
| Over/Under | Over 141.5 24% |
🔥 Best Value Pick: Georgia Bulldogs at 4949% EV | Suggested Bet Size: 99% (Kelly Criterion)
Predicted Outcome
Expect another blowout Georgia victory; the Bulldogs are too deep, efficient, and experienced for UMES, with superior size, shooting, and tenacious defense. The total could go either way, but Georgia likely to push tempo at home.
Predicted Score: Georgia 92 – Maryland-Eastern Shore 58