Xavier didn’t finish the end of the season well losing their last three games and Georgia didn’t either losing games into the stretch. However, in this matchup, Xavier is the better team and have beaten Georgia in their last three games against each other, and also covered in all three games. Xavier handles the ball better and doesn't give up many turnovers, also with the added rest, are the better shooting experienced team and should be able to control the pace and get the win and cover in this tournament.

Georgia is 4-13 ATS in home games vs. good free throw shooting teams making more than or equal to 72% of their attempts over the last 3 seasons. Georgia is 0-6 ATS in home games after having lost 2 of their last 3 games this season. Georgia are 1-6 ATS in their last 7 games at home. Xavier are 5-1 SU in their last 6 games against an opponent in the SEC conference.

Best bet: take the points with Xavier.