Kentucky Wildcats vs Georgia Bulldogs predictions, Feb 17, 2026

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The upcoming NCAA College Basketball showdown between the Kentucky Wildcats and the Georgia Bulldogs on February 17, 2026, promises to be an intriguing encounter. The Wildcats, playing at home in Rupp Arena, have shown commendable form lately, securing three victories in their last five games. This positive trajectory can be attributed to their strong offensive strategies and solid defense, allowing them to capitalize on both transition opportunities and half-court sets.

Conversely, the Georgia Bulldogs have struggled, managing to win only one of their last five matches. This inconsistency has hindered their ability to establish a cohesive game plan, and they must refine their execution, particularly on the defensive end, to remain competitive against a formidable opponent like Kentucky.

The bookmakers reflect this disparity, favoring the Wildcats with odds of 1.22 for a home win compared to 4.06 for the Bulldogs. While Kentucky’s recent performance bolsters their expectations, the Bulldogs have the potential for an upset if they can harness their strengths and address their recent shortcomings.

Overall, while Kentucky appears to have the upper hand heading into this matchup, the unpredictability of college basketball ensures that anything can happen on game day.

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Kentucky
76.2%
Georgia
23.8%

Prediction (the most likely score): 87:78

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Betting Odds

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MarathonBet 1.23 3.97
WilliamHill 1.25 3.9
Best for US Customers 1.22 4

Latest Results

14.02.26 Florida Gators basketball – Kentucky Wildcats basketball – 92:83
07.02.26 Kentucky Wildcats basketball – Tennessee Volunteers basketball – 74:71
04.02.26 Kentucky Wildcats basketball – Oklahoma Sooners basketball – 94:78
31.01.26 Arkansas Razorbacks basketball – Kentucky Wildcats basketball – 77:85
27.01.26 Vanderbilt Commodores basketball – Kentucky Wildcats basketball – 80:55
14.02.26 Oklahoma Sooners basketball – Georgia Bulldogs basketball – 94:78
11.02.26 Georgia Bulldogs basketball – Florida Gators basketball – 66:86
07.02.26 LSU Tigers basketball – Georgia Bulldogs basketball – 71:83
31.01.26 Georgia Bulldogs basketball – Texas A&M Aggies basketball – 77:92
28.01.26 Georgia Bulldogs basketball – Tennessee Volunteers basketball – 85:86 OT

Facts

  • Kentucky has had mixed results lately (last 5 games: 3 wins).
  • Georgia has been struggling lately (in the last 5 games, wins – 1).
  • Georgia may face physical challenges compared to their opponent, as they have played more matches in recent days.
  • In this match, Kentucky is considered a favorite.
  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Kentucky won 3 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 2 matches, and goals 419:401. (average 83.8:80.2).
  • Including home matches between the teams, Kentucky won 3 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 0 matches, and goals 282:244. (average 94:81.3).

    Latest Head To Head

    07.01.25 Georgia Bulldogs basketball – Kentucky Wildcats basketball – 82:69
    20.01.24 Kentucky Wildcats basketball – Georgia Bulldogs basketball – 105:96
    11.02.23 Georgia Bulldogs basketball – Kentucky Wildcats basketball – 75:68
    17.01.23 Kentucky Wildcats basketball – Georgia Bulldogs basketball – 85:71
    08.01.22 Kentucky Wildcats basketball – Georgia Bulldogs basketball – 92:77

    Standings

    NCAA College Basketball Outrights

    1. Michigan Wolverines: 5.25 (13.8%)

    2. Arizona Wildcats: 5.5 (13.17%)

    3. Duke Blue Devils: 7.5 (9.66%)

    4. Houston Cougars: 8.5 (8.52%)

    5. Iowa State: 13 (5.57%)

    6. Florida Gators: 14 (5.18%)

    7. Illinois Fighting Illini: 14 (5.18%)

    8. Connecticut Huskies: 16 (4.53%)

    9. Purdue Boilermakers: 20 (3.62%)

    10. Kansas Jayhawks: 21 (3.45%)

    11. Texas Tech: 26 (2.79%)

    12. Gonzaga Bulldogs: 36 (2.01%)

    13. Nebraska Cornhuskers: 41 (1.77%)

    14. Vanderbilt Commodores: 46 (1.58%)

    15. Michigan State: 51 (1.42%)

    16. Arkansas Razorbacks: 51 (1.42%)

    17. Tennessee Volunteers: 67 (1.08%)

    18. Louisville: 67 (1.08%)

    19. Brigham Young: 67 (1.08%)

    20. Alabama Crimson Tide: 67 (1.08%)

    21. St. Johns Red Storm: 67 (1.08%)

    22. Virginia Cavaliers: 81 (0.89%)

    23. Kentucky Wildcats: 81 (0.89%)

    24. Wisconsin Badgers: 101 (0.72%)

    25. Iowa Hawkeyes: 101 (0.72%)

    26. St. Louis Billikens: 101 (0.72%)

    27. North Carolina: 101 (0.72%)

    28. Clemson: 126 (0.58%)

    29. Auburn Tigers: 151 (0.48%)

    30. NC State: 151 (0.48%)

    31. UCF Knights: 201 (0.36%)

    32. Texas A&M: 201 (0.36%)

    33. Villanova Wildcats: 251 (0.29%)

    34. Indiana Hoosiers: 251 (0.29%)

    35. SMU Mustangs: 251 (0.29%)

    36. Miami (FL): 251 (0.29%)

    37. Texas Longhorns: 251 (0.29%)

    38. UCLA: 251 (0.29%)

    39. Ohio State Buckeyes: 351 (0.21%)

    40. Georgia Bulldogs: 351 (0.21%)

    41. USC Trojans: 351 (0.21%)

    42. Virginia Tech: 501 (0.14%)

    43. Baylor Bears: 501 (0.14%)

    44. Seton Hall Pirates: 501 (0.14%)

    45. New Mexico: 501 (0.14%)

    46. San Diego State: 501 (0.14%)

    47. Oklahoma State: 501 (0.14%)

    48. Missouri Tigers: 751 (0.1%)

    49. Santa Clara: 751 (0.1%)

    50. Miami (Ohio): 751 (0.1%)

    51. California Golden Bears: 1001 (0.07%)

    52. Ole Miss Rebels: 1001 (0.07%)

    53. TCU: 1001 (0.07%)

    54. West Virginia: 1001 (0.07%)

    55. Syracuse Orange: 1001 (0.07%)

    56. Oklahoma Sooners: 1001 (0.07%)

    57. Stanford Cardinal: 1001 (0.07%)

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