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Georgia basketball looks to replace Somto Cyril with new center options

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 17, 2026, 8:03 AM

Last updated Aug 17, 2026

Georgia basketball looks to replace Somto Cyril with new center options
Summary

Georgia basketball is reforming its center position following the departure of Somto Cyril to Miami. Coach Mike White has highlighted Ole Miss transfer James Scott as a key addition, bringing offensive and defensive capabilities. Scott, along with sophomore Andrew Osasui and freshman David Ugonna Ike, is expected to improve the team’s interior defense and overall size. Georgia previously struggled with defensive ratings but aims to enhance its performance this season with these newcomers contributing to both defense and rebounding.

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  • •Somto Cyril was the leading rim protector for Georgia last season.
  • •James Scott is expected to take a leading role at center.
  • •Georgia's defense ranked 89th nationally last season.
  • •Andrew Osasui and David Ugonna Ike will also support the center position.
  • •Georgia aims to increase its size and competitiveness in the SEC.
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  • 8:03 AMYahoo Sports — How Georgia basketball plans to replace Somto Cyril at center with newcomers
What they're saying
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Georgia basketball is revamping its interior defense with three newcomers led by Ole Miss transfer James Scott. Here's what Mike White said about them.

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