Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets vs Virginia Tech Hokies Picks and Prediction for Tuesday January 27 2026
Use Code WWWC The Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets, who currently hold an 11-9 overall record and are 2-5 in ACC play, are headed to Blacksburg, Virginia, to take on the Virginia Tech Hokies. The Hokies, sporting a 15-6 mark and an even 4-4 record in conference games, will be looking to defend their home court. Get involved in the action with our free college basketball picks.
Georgia Tech vs. Virginia Tech Game Information
- January 27, 2026
- 8:00pm EST
- Cassell Coliseum
- ACC Network
Virginia Tech Form & Recent Results
Virginia Tech enters this game looking to bounce back after a tough loss, but overall, they’ve been playing well by winning three of their last five games. In their most recent game, the Hokies fell to Louisville 85-71 on the road. Jailen Bedford led the team with an impressive 24-point performance, while Sananda Fru dominated the boards with 10 rebounds, and Mikel Brown Jr. contributed 6 assists. Despite the loss, Virginia Tech shot an impressive 53% from three-point range, showing their offensive potential, but they struggled with ball control, racking up 13 turnovers during the game.
Over this season, Amani Hansberry has been the top scorer for Virginia Tech, averaging 15.3 points per game, while Neoklis Avdalas follows closely, contributing 13.1 points per outing. Tobi Lawal has been a force in the paint, leading the team in rebounds with 9.3 per game, and Avdalas also stands out as the primary playmaker, averaging 5.1 assists. The Hokies have been particularly strong at home, boasting an impressive 11-1 record and averaging 84.8 points in those games. Over their last five games, they’ve averaged 78 points per game. Their consistent home-court success will be crucial against Georgia Tech, as continuing to execute on offense could very well determine the outcome of this important matchup.
Georgia Tech Form & Recent Results
Georgia Tech heads into this game hoping to bounce back, having lost four of their last five games. Most recently, they fell to Clemson at home, losing 77-63. In that matchup, Kowacie Reeves Jr. led the team offensively with 19 points, while Baye Ndongo worked hard on the glass, grabbing 10 rebounds, and Lamar Washington dished out 5 assists. The Yellow Jackets shot the ball well from beyond the arc, connecting on 43% of their three-point attempts, but they struggled with turnovers, giving the ball away 9 times.
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Looking at the season so far, Kowacie Reeves Jr. has emerged as the Yellow Jackets’ top scoring threat, averaging 16.3 points per game. Lamar Washington has also been dependable, contributing 11.7 points on average, while Baye Ndongo anchors the team under the basket with 8 rebounds per game. Washington not only adds scoring but is also the team's leader in assists, averaging 6.1 per game. Defense has been a trouble spot for Georgia Tech lately, as they've allowed an average of 82.6 points in their last five games. Their struggles have only amplified away from home, where their record stands at 1-3 and opponents have scored an average of 85.5 points. If the Yellow Jackets want to turn things around and steal a win against Virginia Tech in Blacksburg, tightening up their defense on the road will be crucial.
Key Stats
- Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets this season: 45% field goal percentage, 39.2 rebounds, 16.7 assists, 4.3 blocks, 6.6 steals per game
- Virginia Tech Hokies this season: 46% field goal percentage, 36.2 rebounds, 14.6 assists, 3.7 blocks, 7.0 steals per game
Betting Odds & Market Overview:
- VT -9.5; O/U 155.5
Georgia Tech vs. Virginia Tech Picks and Prediction
The Hokies are looking to capitalize on Georgia Tech’s struggling defense and earn an important conference victory in front of their home crowd. Meanwhile, Georgia Tech is aiming to turn things around defensively and steer their season in a better direction as they hit the road for a challenging game in Blacksburg. Final Score Prediction, Virginia Tech Hokies win but fail to cover the spread, 79-72.
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