George Mason vs James Madison Prediction College Basketball Picks 11/29/24

James Madison (4-3) vs George Mason (4-3)

Game Info: Friday, November 29, 2024 at 4:00 pm (Atlantic Union Bank Center)

Betting Odds: James Madison +1.5 / George Mason -1.5 --- Over/Under: 146 Click Here for the Latest Odds

The George Mason Patriots and James Madison Dukes meet Friday in college basketball action at the Atlantic Union Bank Center. Here’s a George Mason vs James Madison Prediction. This article will include a George Mason vs James Madison Pick.

George Mason Patriots Betting Preview

The George Mason Patriots lost to East Carolina, beat Coppin State, and they play UNC Asheville, Tulane, and Duke next. The George Mason Patriots are averaging 81.6 points on 47.5 percent shooting and allowing 65 points on 34.3 percent shooting. Darius Maddox is averaging 14.9 points and 2.9 rebounds, while Giovanni Emejuru is averaging 11.6 points and 5.7 rebounds. Brayden O'Connor is dishing 2.4 assists and Woody Newton is grabbing 6.3 rebounds. The George Mason Patriots are shooting 32.5 percent from beyond the arc and 73.2 percent from the free throw line. The George Mason Patriots are allowing 26.7 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 37.7 rebounds per game.

James Madison Dukes Betting Preview 

The James Madison Dukes lost to UC San Diego, beat Jacksonville State, and they play East Tennessee State, Utah Valley, and Wake Forest next. The James Madison Dukes are averaging 79.6 points on 47.7 percent shooting and allowing 71.4 points on 47.9 percent shooting. Xavier Brown is averaging 15.3 points and 3.1 rebounds, while Bryce Lindsay is averaging 14.4 points and 2 assists. Mark Freeman is the third double-digit scorer and Elijah Hutchins-Everett is grabbing 6.6 rebounds. The James Madison Dukes are shooting 38 percent from beyond the arc and 69.5 percent from the free throw line. The James Madison Dukes are allowing 32.8 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 33.7 rebounds per game.

Why the James Madison Dukes will win

  • James Madison has won each of its last 11 home games against non-conference opponents.
  • George Mason has lost each of its last three road games following a home win.

Total Points Facts

  • Each of James Madison's last four games against non-AP-ranked opponents at Atlantic Union Bank Center has produced a total of 146+ points.
  • Five of George Mason's last six road games against non-AP-ranked opponents have produced a total of 139 or fewer points.

Matchup/League Facts

  • James Madison ranks 14th among Division 1 teams for rebound percentage this season (57.5%).
  • James Madison ranks T19th among Division 1 teams for opponent blocks per game this season (1.9).
  • George Mason ranks 17th among Division 1 teams for free throw attempts per game this season (27.1).
  • George Mason ranks 23rd among Division 1 teams for opponent field goals made per game this season (21.1).

George Mason vs James Madison Prediction

There are much better options out there on this Friday's CBB card, but give me the James Madison Dukes and points if forced to pick. The George Mason Patriots have some ugly losses on their resume and just haven't been all that impressive overall. James Madison needs to figure things out defensively, but the offensive firepower is there. If James Madison is making shots, this is a more than winnable game. Give me the free bucket with the Dukes. 

Randy’s Pick James Madison +1.5

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