The George Mason Patriots (5-1) face off against the Old Dominion Monarchs (3-2) in the Cayman Islands Classic at John Gray Gymnasium. Action starts at 5 p.m. ET on Monday, November 25, 2019.
George Mason Patriots vs. Old Dominion Monarchs Betting Odds
Both teams were beaten in their last contest. The Monarchs lost a winnable game to the James Madison Dukes, 80-78, while the Patriots were blown out by the sixth-ranked Maryland Terrapins, 86-63.
George Mason held Maryland to an effective field goal percentage of 0.452 (below their season average of 0.530) while Old Dominion had a turnover percentage of 9.6 (better than their season average of 15.4). Jason Wade fueled Old Dominion with 16 points and nine rebounds. George Mason, meanwhile, received a boost from AJ Wilson, who contributed 19 points and six rebounds.
Half-court execution will be of utmost importance when a pair of the nation’s slowest-paced teams go head-to-head. Old Dominion ranks 335th in possessions per game (65.6) and George Mason is 255th (67.9) since last season.
George Mason Patriots vs. Old Dominion Monarchs Betting Pick
Free Prediction: SU Winner – Old Dominion, ATS Winner – George Mason, O/U – Under
Betting Notes (2018-Present):
- Old Dominion ranks 36th in blocks per game (4.5) while George Mason ranks 214th in blocks allowed per game (3.8).
- The Monarchs rank 228th in three pointers attempted per game (20.9) while the Patriots rank 274th (19.6).
- George Mason ranks 227th in assists per game (12.2) while Old Dominion ranks 229th (12.2).
- The Monarchs rank 12th in steals allowed per game (4.9) while the Patriots rank 162nd (6.4).
- Old Dominion ranks 22nd in rebounds per game (39.4) while George Mason ranks 136th (36.3).
