The George Mason Patriots (16-12, 10-5 A10) will be at Chaifetz Arena to challenge the Saint Louis Billikens (17-11, 8-7 A10) in an A10 matchup. The game starts at 3 p.m. ET on Saturday, March 2, 2019, and will air on NBC Sports Network.
George Mason Patriots at Saint Louis Billikens Betting Odds
In their last matchup, the Billikens were beaten by the VCU Rams, 71-65, while the Patriots were victorious over the Richmond Spiders, 77-63.
George Mason played a nearly perfect game. They had an absurd offensive rebounding percentage of 35.3 (above their season average of 27.4) and an effective field goal percentage of 0.550 (above their season average of 0.511). Richmond put up marks of 24.3 and 0.435, respectively, for those same stats. Saint Louis, meanwhile, had an offensive rebounding percentage of 48.4 (above their season average of 34.9). Saint Louis’ Hasahn French played well, putting up 16 points and eight rebounds. Meanwhile, George Mason was led by Jordan Miller, who recorded 13 points and 10 rebounds.
The Patriots won the lone game between these two teams last season, 86-81. George Mason’s 0.220 free throw rate was their largest strength over Saint Louis, who had a rate of 0.161. This is the first time these teams will go head-to-head this year.
Saint Louis should have the edge on the defensive side of the ball. The Billikens currently rank 38th in effective field goal percentage allowed (0.472), while George Mason is 170th in effective field goal percentage (0.512).
George Mason vs. Saint Louis Betting Pick
College Basketball Pick: SU Winner – Saint Louis, ATS Winner – Saint Louis, O/U – Over
Betting Notes:
- Saint Louis ranks 22nd in rebounds per game (39.2) while George Mason ranks 173rd (34.6).
- The Patriots rank 267th in three pointers attempted per game (19.1) while the Billikens rank 283rd (18.5).
- The Billikens average 7.5 steals per game, which ranks 52nd in the NCAA. The Patriots rank 160th in steals allowed per game (6.8).
- Saint Louis ranks 63rd in blocks per game (3.9) while George Mason ranks 144th in blocks allowed per game (3.7).
Bettings Trends:
- During their last five games, the Patriots have scored an average of 75.0 points per game (3.3 above their season average) and allowed an average of 74.4 points per game (4.9 above their season average).
- The Billikens have been outscored by an average of 3.2 points in their last five games. On the season, Saint Louis has defeated opponents by an average of 2.4 points.
