SPORTS

Saint Louis Rout Eliminates Georgia In NCAA Opener

PUBLISHED Mar 19, 2026, 11:39 PM ET

Read, Watch or Listen

Media Bias Meter

Sources: 11

Center 100%

Sources: 11

BUFFALO, New York — Saint Louis defeated Georgia 102-77 Thursday night in a first-round NCAA Tournament game at KeyBank Center March 19. The Billikens, who set a school record with 29 wins, shot 58 percent and closed with strong runs. Dion Brown scored 18 points on 9-of-10 shooting, while Jeremiah Wilkinson led Georgia with 30 points. Georgia, which posted a program-high in regular-season wins, struggled offensively and committed turnovers that allowed Saint Louis to build a sizable lead. Saint Louis advances to face top-seeded Michigan in the round of 32 on Saturday. Based on 6 articles reviewed and supporting research.

By Daniel Hayes | JQJO News

Timeline of Events

Georgia completed its regular season with a program-high win total prior to the NCAA Tournament.
The NCAA selection paired No. 8 Georgia with No. 9 Saint Louis for a March 19 first-round game in Buffalo.
Saint Louis built a large halftime lead and extended its advantage in the second half.
Saint Louis defeated Georgia 102-77; Dion Brown scored 18 and Jeremiah Wilkinson scored 30.
Saint Louis advanced to the round of 32 to play top-seeded Michigan on Saturday.

News Intelligence

If you're a sports fan, this game was a big deal. Saint Louis' record-breaking win shows the team's strength this season. If you're into March Madness, it's time to update your bracket. And if you're a Georgia fan, it's a tough loss, but remember the team's record-setting regular season.

Media Bias

Articles Published:: 11
Right Leaning:: 0
Left Leaning:: 0
Neutral:: 11

Who Benefited

Saint Louis University and its basketball program benefited from a record-setting season and a decisive NCAA tournament win that increased national visibility and advanced the team to a round-of-32 matchup against top-seeded Michigan.

Who Impacted

The University of Georgia basketball program suffered a lopsided first-round tournament loss that exposed defensive and execution issues, undermining momentum after a program-high regular season and prompting questions about preparation and performance.

Media Bias