The George Mason Patriots (11-4, 0-2 A10) will be at Tom Gola Arena to clash with the La Salle Explorers (10-5, 1-2 A10) in an A10 matchup. The game gets underway at 2 p.m. ET on Saturday, January 11, 2020.
George Mason Patriots at La Salle Explorers Betting Odds
Both teams lost in their last matchup. The Explorers fell to the Massachusetts Minutemen, 77-69, while the Patriots were defeated by the St. Bonaventure Bonnies, 61-49.
George Mason had a better free throw rate (0.060 vs. 0.047) while La Salle held Massachusetts to an offensive rebounding percentage of 16.1 (below their season average of 27.4). La Salle was led by Isiah Deas, who had 25 points and nine rebounds. AJ Wilson, meanwhile had a good outing for George Mason, recording 11 points, six rebounds and five blocks.
The Patriots won the lone contest between these two teams last season, 84-76. George Mason won the rebounding battle. The Patriots had 10 offensive rebounds and 36 total rebounds, while the Explorers had three and 23, respectively. This is the first time these teams will clash this year.
When looking at effective field goal percentage, La Salle should have a substantial advantage. The Explorers defense ranks 74th in effective field goal percentage allowed (0.457), while the George Mason offense is ranked 289th in effective field goal percentage (0.473).
George Mason Patriots vs. La Salle Explorers Pick
College Basketball Pick: SU Winner – La Salle, ATS Winner – La Salle, O/U – Over
Betting Notes:
- George Mason ranks 48th in steals allowed per game (5.6) while La Salle ranks 193rd (8.7).
- The Patriots rank 83rd in rebounds per game (38.0) while the Explorers rank 178th in rebounds allowed per game (36.6).
- The Patriots rank 19th in blocks per game (5.5) while the Explorers rank 129th in blocks allowed per game (3.9).
- La Salle ranks 82nd in three pointers attempted per game (24.0) while George Mason ranks 183rd in three pointers allowed per game (23.4).
Bettings Trends:
- During their last five games, the Explorers have scored an average of 66.0 points per game (4.3 below their season average) and allowed an average of 67.6 points per game (1.1 below their season average).
- The Patriots have been outscored by an average of 5.6 points in their last five games. On the season, George Mason has defeated opponents by an average of 2.2 points.
