Georgia Bulldogs Overcome 17-Point Deficit to Secure Historic Start
The Bulldogs rally past South Carolina State to achieve their best season start in 94 years, extending their win streak to seven games.
Overview
- Georgia defeated South Carolina State 79-72, improving their record to 12-1 and marking their best season start since 1930-31.
- Trailing by 17 points at halftime, the Bulldogs mounted a second-half comeback led by Tyrin Lawrence, who scored 13 of his 14 points after the break.
- RJ Godfrey also contributed 14 points and six rebounds, while Asa Newell, Dakota Leffew, Silas Demary Jr., and De'Shayne Montgomery all scored in double figures.
- South Carolina State's Jayden Johnson led his team with 16 points, including two key three-pointers to close the first half, but they fell to 6-9 on the season.
- Georgia now prepares to open Southeastern Conference play against No. 16 Mississippi, while South Carolina State begins Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference play against Morgan State.