The George Mason Patriots (15-10, 9-3 A10) will be at the Reilly Center to go head-to-head with the St. Bonaventure Bonnies (10-14, 6-5 A10) in an A10 matchup. Action begins at 2 p.m. ET on Sunday, February 17, 2019.
George Mason Patriots vs. St. Bonaventure Bonnies Betting Odds
Both teams were victorious in their last game. The Bonnies easily got past the Saint Joseph’s Hawks 76-51, while the Patriots were victorious over the Massachusetts Minutemen 80-75.
The Patriots knocked down 27 of their 36 free throws (75.0 percent), while the Minutemen had a turnover percentage of 21.7 (above their season average of 16.8). The Bonnies, meanwhile, held the Hawks to an offensive rebounding percentage of 12.5 (below their season average of 22.8) and had an effective field goal percentage of 0.579 (above their season average of 0.469). St. Bonaventure’s LaDarien Griffin had a solid performance, recording 16 points and 10 rebounds. George Mason rallied around Otis Livingston II, who recorded 21 points and five assists.
In their first matchup this season, Justin Kier led the Patriots to a 68-53 victory. He registered a double-double with 15 points and 14 rebounds. George Mason’s 0.288 free throw rate was their biggest advantage over St. Bonaventure, who had a rate of 0.034.
George Mason might have difficulty putting up points as they square off against one of the country’s best defenses. St. Bonaventure currently ranks 89th in defensive efficiency, while the Patriots rank 191st in offensive efficiency.
George Mason vs. St. Bonaventure Odds Pick
Basketball Tip: SU Winner – George Mason, ATS Winner – George Mason, O/U – Under
Betting Notes:
- St. Bonaventure ranks 48th in blocks per game (4.3) while George Mason ranks 124th (3.2).
- The Bonnies rank 264th in three pointers attempted per game (18.8) while the Patriots rank 266th (18.8).
Bettings Trends:
- The Bonnies have been outscored by an average of 0.6 points in their last five games. On the season, St. Bonaventure has defeated opponents by an average of 0.6 points.
- During their last five games, the Patriots have scored an average of 71.2 points per game (0.7 below their season average) and allowed an average of 73.2 points per game (4.2 above their season average).
