Georgia basketball secures exhibition win over Georgia State
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 8, 2026, 1:06 AM
Last updated Oct 8, 2026
Georgia basketball opened its season with a 94-61 exhibition victory against Georgia State on October 7. The Bulldogs showcased four returning starters alongside nine newcomers, including transfers. Freddie Dilione led the scoring with 14 points. Coach Mike White noted improvements from players like Kanon Catchings and Andrew Osasuyi. Georgia looks to build on recent NCAA Tournament appearances with a stronger performance this season.
- •Georgia wins exhibition game 94-61 against Georgia State.
- •Freddie Dilione scores 14 points in the match.
- •Kanon Catchings contributes 13 points and 6 rebounds.
- •James Scott makes impactful plays including a dunk and three blocked shots.
- •Georgia's performance contrasts with last year's closer 65-61 exhibition victory.
- 1:06 AMYahoo Sports — 11 Georgia basketball observations from exhibition win over Georgia State
"Georgia basketball tipped off its new season on Wednesday night. Well, in an exhibition game. Here are 11 observations from its win vs Georgia State.
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