George Washington vs George Mason Prediction College Basketball Picks 2/13/24
George Mason (15-8) vs George Washington (14-9)
Game Info: Tuesday, February 13, 2024 at 7:00 pm (EagleBank Arena)
Betting Odds: George Mason -10.5 - Over/Under: 144.5 Click Here for the Latest Odds
Where to Watch: ESPN+
The George Washington Revolutionaries will make the 30-minute trip to Fairfax to face the George Mason Patriots in Atlantic 10 play this Tuesday from the EagleBank Arena on ESPN+. GWU leads the current series, 22-10, but GMU comes in as 10.5-point home favorites, with the total hovering 144.5. Stay tuned for our George Washington vs George Mason Prediction.
George Washington Revolutionaries Preview
George Washington enters 14-9 after losing to Loyola Chicago in DC, 81-73. The Revolutionaries couldn’t overcome a slow start against the Ramblers en route to a sixth straight loss, and they’ll attempt to stop bleeding here in Fairfax. GWU is scoring 79.0 points per game, on 44.1% shooting, while allowing 77.1 ppg, and they’re currently 12th in the Atlantic 10 with a 3-7 record in conference play. The Revolutionaries are 3-7 over their previous ten games, and they’ve gone 1-4 on the road this season.
GWU’s Impact Players
- Baltimore native James Bishop IV snapped a cold streak with 25 points in the Loyola defeat, and he leads George Washington in scoring (17.4) and assists (4.5).
- Freshman forward Darren Buchanan Jr. led the way with 21 points in the home win over GMU, and he’s second on the team at 15.5 ppg and 6.7 rpg.
- Sophomore guard Maximus Edwards has reached double figures in seven of the last ten games, and he leads the Revs in rebounding (7.1), while scoring 12.3 ppg.
- First-year swingman Garrett Johnson has cooled off since a strong start in January, but he’s still third on the team at 13.8 ppg.
George Mason Patriots Preview
George Mason improved to 16-8 after defeating Davidson in Carolina by two, 57-55. The Patriots found a way to edge the Wildcats out on the road, and they’ll look to double down here in regional action versus GWU. GMU is scoring 73.7 points per game, on 46.7% shooting, while allowing 67.3 ppg. and they’re currently 7th in the A10 with a 5-6 record in league play. The Patriots are 4-6 over their last ten games, and they’ve gone 11-2 in Fairfax this season. George Mason will meet Dayton after this one.
GMU’s Impact Players
- UNLV transfer Keyshawn Hall came thru with a game-high 25 points in the road win over Davidson, and he leads George Mason in scoring (17.7) and rebounding (8.5).
- Former VT guard Darius Maddox (13.8 ppg) has been consistent alongside him, but after missing the Davidson game on Saturday his status should be monitored for this contest.
- Norcross native Amari Kelly scored 14 points in the January 15th matchup with GMU, and he’s 11.8 ppg and 6.1 rpg.
George Mason Patriots Team Facts
- George Mason has won 15 of its last 17 games at EagleBank Arena.
- Each of the last five night games between George Washington and George Mason have produced a total of 140 or fewer points.
- George Mason has won the first half in 10 of its last 11 night games at EagleBank Arena.
George Washington Revolutionaries Team Facts
- George Washington has lost each of its last six games.
- Nine of George Washington's last 10 night games against non-AP-ranked opponents have produced a total of 150+ points.
- George Washington has won the first half in six of its last seven games against George Mason.
Matchup/League Facts
- George Mason ranks 23rd among Division 1 teams for opponent field goal percentage this season (40.1%).
- George Mason ranks 28th among Division 1 teams for opponent field goals made per game this season (22.9).
- George Washington ranks 362nd among Division 1 teams for opponent field goal attempts per game this season (69.3).
- George Washington ranks 10th among Division 1 teams for blocks per game this season (5.5).
George Washington vs George Mason Prediction
This battle of presidents features two DMV schools who’ve taken their share of blows from the improving Atlantic 10 conference. If there’s a game for GWU to catch fire and stop the skid, it could be here against a limited GMU team, but after dropping six straight, they may not be the group to trust on the road. The Patriots have leaned on their defense this season, and while they may not be able to score with the Revs, they’re good at preventing baskets, which should reflect on the scoreboard. Let’s back Mason to follow up their road win over Davidson with another strong effort on the defensive end, and back the Under for this regional battle.
Corey’s Pick GWU/GMU To Go Under
AUTHOR: Corey Ghee
