The George Mason Patriots (2-3) take on the Cincinnati Bearcats (3-1) in the Emerald Coast Classic at The Arena at NW Florida St. The game starts at 7 p.m. ET on Friday, November 23, 2018, and will air on CBS Sports Network.
George Mason Patriots vs. Cincinnati Bearcats Betting Odds
Both teams were triumphant in their last game. The Bearcats won big over the Western Michigan Broncos 78-52, while the Patriots beat the North Carolina Central Eagles 78-63.
George Mason dominated nearly every stat category in the game. They had a turnover percentage of 12.6 (better than their season average of 19.8) and a free throw rate of 0.373 (above their season average of 0.269). North Carolina Central put up marks of 23.7 and 0.311, respectively, for those same stats. The Bearcats, meanwhile, held the Broncos to an offensive rebounding percentage of 17.1 (below their season average of 40.1). The Broncos also had a turnover percentage of 22.5 (above their season average of 18.6). Cincinnati was lifted by Jarron Cumberland, who finished with 27 points and six assists. Meanwhile, Jarred Reuter led the way for George Mason, putting up 24 points.
The prolific offense of Cincinnati will face off against the bottom-tier defense of George Mason. Since last season, the Bearcats rank 38th in offensive efficiency, while the Patriots are 269th in defensive efficiency. The Bearcats should have the edge on that side of the ball. ,
