The Georgia Bulldogs basketball program is peaking at the perfect time, delivering one of their best weeks of the season. With back-to-back statement victories, Georgia cemented its position as a rising force in the SEC and beyond.
The Bulldogs kicked off their remarkable week with an exhilarating 88-83 upset win over No. 3 Florida on Tuesday in Athens. The victory reverberated across college basketball, showcasing the grit and determination of Mike White’s squad. Georgia then carried that momentum into Austin, Texas, where they dismantled the Longhorns 83-67 in a commanding road performance on Saturday night.
This impressive stretch earned head coach Mike White the Dick Vitale National Coach of the Week honor for the second time this season. White previously claimed the title in January after guiding Georgia to wins over then-ranked No. 6 Kentucky and No. 17 Oklahoma. His ability to rally the team after a challenging midseason stretch has been nothing short of inspiring.
Sophomore guard Silas Demary Jr. also received his first SEC Player of the Week recognition, a testament to his stellar contributions on the court. Demary Jr. averaged 23.5 points over the two games, shooting an impressive 57.7% from the field and 58.4% from beyond the arc. His week included a 21-point effort against Florida, complemented by three rebounds, three assists, and two steals. He followed that up with a career-high 26 points, four rebounds, and two steals in the dominant win over Texas.
Demary Jr.’s performance has been a key factor in Georgia’s resurgence, as the Bulldogs are now poised for their first NCAA Tournament appearance in a decade.
What’s Next for the Bulldogs?
Georgia is set to face the South Carolina Gamecocks on Tuesday night in Columbia, SC. A win would all but guarantee the Bulldogs a spot in March Madness, solidifying their status as a dangerous team heading into the postseason.
With momentum, talent, and coaching accolades in their favor, Georgia basketball is proving it belongs among the nation’s elite. Fans are eagerly watching as the Bulldogs continue to build on their late-season surge, with the ultimate goal of dancing deep into March.
