Heading into Athens last season, Auburn had the target on its back as the No. 1-ranked team in the nation and still undefeated in SEC play. The Tigers held off the Bulldogs' late rally for a 70-68 victory as a last-second tip by Georgia rimmed out.
Saturday’s matchup will have a different feel when the two rivals take the court. Mike White’s team is ranked No. 23 at 12-1, while the Tigers are 9-4, with all four losses coming against teams in the top 10.
Steven Pearl understands what the Bulldogs will try to do during the game.