Mark Fox and the Bulldogs (14-11, 5-8 SEC) have been unable to string together a consistent run since starting SEC play. The team's longest win streak in conference play is two games, taking place in early January. UGA currently sits at No. 69 in the NCAA's latest RPI ratings.
In its non-conference slate, Georgia picked up wins over Georgia Tech, Marquette, Saint Mary's and Temple. In SEC play, UGA boasts wins over Alabama and a season sweep over Florida, proving they can beat the league's best teams on any given night.
SEC Player of the Year candidate Yante Maten leads the Bulldogs in scoring (19.5 ppg), rebounding (8.7 rpg) and blocked shots (32), while ranking second in assists (42) and steals (13). The senior forward is the SEC's active career scoring leader, rebounder and shot blocker.
On the season, Maten is the league's leading scorer and ranks third in rebounds per game. He's posted nine double-doubles this year and can score from anywhere on the floor. He has a knack for getting to the free-throw line, where he's shooting an impressive 84 percent (147-of-175).
Entering Saturday's matchup, the Bulldogs are coming off their first win in Gainesville since 2002, downing the Gators in overtime, 72-69. Facing a 6-point deficit, Maten drained two threes in the final 16 seconds of play to tie the game. He would finish with 23 points and 10 boards in the victory.