If you're waking up today, Thursday, January 15, 2026, wondering who's Georgia playing today, I have a bit of a mixed bag for you. It depends on which "Georgia" you’re tracking and exactly how much sleep you got last night.
If you were looking for the No. 21 ranked Georgia Bulldogs men's basketball team, you actually just missed a heartbreaker. They played last night, Wednesday, January 14. It was a sellout at Stegeman Coliseum, and honestly, it’s a game people are going to be talking about for a while because of how it ended. They fell to Ole Miss 97-95 in a wild overtime finish. It was their first home loss of the season, and it snapped a massive winning streak in Athens.
So, does Georgia play on January 15?
Technically, the main University of Georgia (UGA) athletic programs are in a "travel and prep" window today. There is no varsity football, men’s basketball, or women’s basketball game on the calendar for the Bulldogs this Thursday.
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But sports in the state of Georgia never really stop. If you're looking for college hoops in the region today, the Georgia Southern Eagles are the ones hitting the floor. They are hosting Old Dominion tonight at the Jack and Ruth Ann Hill Convocation Center in Statesboro. It's an ESPN+ game kicking off at 7:00 p.m.
Also, if you're a fan of the "other" Bulldogs—the UWG Wolves (University of West Georgia)—their men’s team is playing away at Stetson tonight at 7:00 p.m.
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Why the Stegeman atmosphere is still buzzing
Even though there isn't a game tonight, the campus in Athens is still reeling from that Ole Miss game. Jeremiah Wilkinson went absolutely nuclear, dropping 32 points. It’s rare to see a team hit 15 three-pointers and still find a way to lose, but that’s the SEC for you in 2026. Coach Mike White was pretty blunt in the post-game, basically saying the offense is elite but the defensive rebounding was what bit them.
Georgia entered this week as the #1 scoring offense in the country. They’re averaging over 96 points a game. That’s fast. Like, track-meet fast. If you haven't watched this specific squad yet, you’ve gotta find a way to get to Stegeman for the next one.
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What’s coming up next for the Bulldogs?
The "off day" today is really just a breather before a massive weekend. If you’re planning your sports viewing for the next 72 hours, here is the immediate outlook for the Dawgs:
- Gymnastics (GymDogs): They host #2 LSU tomorrow, Friday, Jan 16, at 7:00 p.m. This is the "Beach Bash" meet, so if you're going, wear a Hawaiian shirt. They’re coming off a huge road win against Ohio State where they posted a 197.000, their best season opener in nearly 20 years.
- Men’s Basketball: They stay at home to face Arkansas this Saturday, Jan 17, at 4:00 p.m. on ESPNU. After the Ole Miss loss, this is basically a "must-win" to keep their top-25 ranking secure.
- Women’s Basketball: The Lady Bulldogs are currently preparing for a home game against Ole Miss this Sunday, Jan 18, at noon. They're trying to bounce back after a tough road loss to South Carolina earlier this week.
A quick look at the football horizon
I know, I know. It's January. The Sugar Bowl just happened (where Georgia played Ole Miss—funny how that works out). While there’s no game today, the "playing" happening right now is in the transfer portal and the weight room.
The 2026 roster is starting to take shape. Gunner Stockton is the name on everyone's lips after the playoff run, and the linebacker room is looking scary with C.J. Allen and Raylen Wilson expected to lead the charge. The "game" today for football is the recruiting trail, which never actually has an off-season in the SEC.
Actionable steps for Bulldogs fans today:
- Check the Secondary Market: If you want to see the GymDogs against LSU tomorrow, tickets are starting around $17, but they go fast because of the "Beach Bash" promotion.
- Stream Georgia Southern: If you just need a basketball fix tonight, tune into ESPN+ at 7:00 p.m. to see if Georgia Southern can handle Old Dominion.
- Review the Standings: Georgia Men’s Basketball is now 14-3 (2-2 SEC). Saturday’s game against Arkansas is pivotal for their seeding in the NCAA tournament projections.
It's a quiet Thursday for the UGA varsity schedule, but between the gymnastics resurgence and the high-octane basketball team, the rest of the week is packed. Keep an eye on those Saturday tip-off times, as the Arkansas game is expected to be another sellout.