George Washington vs George Mason Prediction 1/19/2026 Today’s College Basketball Picks

In this article we will formulate a George Washington vs George Mason prediction for this College Basketball game on Monday, January 19th at EagleBank Arena in Fairfax, Virginia. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this College Basketball matchup.

George Washington Revolutionaries Betting Preview

The George Washington Revolutionaries are 12-6 (3-2) this season after they lost to Davidson by a score of 84-79 in their last game. George Washington trailed 36-28 at halftime, but did score 51 points in the second half in the loss. The Revolutionaries shot 40% from the field, 28% on three pointers, and 57% on free throws in the game. Rafael Castro led GW with 23 points and 16 rebounds, while Garrett Johnson added 18 points and two rebounds in the loss. 

Prior to that game, George Washington defeated Loyola by a score of 101-66, but lost to Dayton by a score of 79-72 before that. The Revolutionaries have scored 87.1 points per game with 38.9 rebounds and 16.3 assists per game, while they have allowed 73.1 points against per game this season. Rafael Castro is averaging 16.3 points and 8.5 rebounds per game, while Garrett Johnson is averaging 13.5 points and 4.4 rebounds per game for the Revolutionaries. George Washington is shooting 48.6% from the field, 73.4% on free throws, and 36.4% on three pointers this season. 

George Mason Patriots Betting Preview

The George Mason Patriots are 17-1 (5-0) this year after they defeated Loyola by a score of 82-74 in their last game. George Mason trailed 47-41 at halftime, but they held Loyola to just 27 points in the second half for the win. The Patriots shot 47% from the field, 47% on three pointers, and 77% on free throws in the game. Riley Allenspach led George Mason with 23 points and five rebounds, while Jahari Long added 17 points and four rebounds in the win. 

Prior to that game, George Mason defeated VCU by a score of 86-80 and Fordham by a score of 67-58. The Patriots have scored 78.8 points per game with 36.2 rebounds and 13.6 assists per game, while they have allowed 67.2 points against per game this season. Kory Mincy is averaging 16.6 points and 3.7 rebounds per game, while Riley Allenspach is averaging 13.4 points and 5.7 rebounds per game for the Patriots. George Mason is shooting 48.8% from the field, 74.0% on free throws, and 36.2% on three pointers this year. 

Why the George Mason Patriots will win

• George Mason has won each of its last 12 games at EagleBank Arena against non-AP-ranked opponents.
• George Washington has lost five of its last six games at EagleBank Arena against non-AP-ranked opponents.

Why the George Washington Revolutionaries will win

• George Washington has won seven of its last eight day games against non-AP-ranked opponents.

Total Points Facts

• Sixteen of the last 18 games between George Washington and George Mason have produced a total of 153 or fewer points.
• Twenty-two of George Washington’s last 27 games against the Atlantic 10 Conference Conference have produced a total of 152 or fewer points.

Matchup/League Facts

• George Mason ranks 24th among Division 1 teams for opponent rebounds per game this season (30.8).
• George Mason ranks T26th among Division 1 teams for opponent free throws made per game this season (11.4).
• George Washington ranks 31st among Division 1 teams for point differential per game this season (+13.9).
• George Washington ranks 32nd among Division 1 teams for effective field goal percentage this season (56.6%).

George Washington vs George Mason Prediction 

George Mason comes into this matchup undefeated in conference play and they are 17-1 to start the season. The Patriots are shooting 49% from the field and they have scored at least 80 points in three of their last five. George Washington has lost two of their last three games, including a loss to Dayton in their last road game. GW is shooting 49% from the field, but they have allowed at least 79 points in three of their last five. We know George Mason will eventually show some regression, but they are playing at a very high level right now. Take the Patriots at home.

David Racey's Pick: George Mason ML