The sixth-ranked Maryland Terrapins (4-0) welcome the George Mason Patriots (5-0) to Xfinity Center, where both teams look to remain perfect. Action gets underway at 7 p.m. ET on Friday, November 22, 2019.
George Mason Patriots at Maryland Terrapins Betting Odds
Both teams were victorious in their last game. The Terrapins won big over the Fairfield Stags 74-55, while the Patriots beat the Loyola Maryland Greyhounds 65-61.
The Patriots knocked down 26 of their 36 free throws (72.2 percent) and had an offensive rebounding percentage of 48.9 (above their season average of 34.0). Maryland, meanwhile, played a perfect game. They had a turnover percentage of 10.3 (better than their season average of 14.9) and an offensive rebounding percentage of 40.0 (above their season average of 35.8). Fairfield was 22.7 and 20.6, respectively, for those same stats. Maryland was led by Jalen Smith, who contributed 17 points and eight rebounds. Jordan Miller fueled George Mason with 23 points and eight rebounds.
Half-court execution will be of utmost importance when two of the country’s slowest-paced teams go head-to-head. Maryland ranks 311th in possessions per game (66.3) and George Mason is 253rd (67.9) dating back to the 2018-19 season.
George Mason Patriots at Maryland Terrapins Free Pick
Free Pick: SU Winner – Maryland, ATS Winner – George Mason, O/U – Over
Betting Notes (2018-Present):
- Maryland averages 4.9 blocks per game, which ranks 13th in the nation. George Mason ranks 207th in blocks allowed per game (3.8).
- The Terrapins rank 218th in three pointers attempted per game (21.1) while the Patriots rank 274th (19.5).
- The Terrapins rank 17th in rebounds per game (39.7) while the Patriots rank 130th (36.4).
- George Mason ranks 184th in steals per game (6.0) while Maryland ranks 282nd (4.7).
