The George Mason Patriots (3-0) look to remain unbeaten when they take on the James Madison Dukes (2-1) at EagleBank Arena. The game gets underway at 7 p.m. ET on Saturday, November 16, 2019.
James Madison Dukes vs. George Mason Patriots ATS Odds
Both teams were triumphant in their last game. The Patriots beat the LIU Sharks 80-74, while the Dukes had no trouble getting past the Shenandoah Hornets 96-48.
James Madison played a perfect game. They had a free throw rate of 0.150 and an effective field goal percentage of 0.525. For those same stats, Shenandoah was 0.065 and 0.279, respectively. Meanwhile, George Mason played a nearly flawless game. They had a turnover percentage of 11.8 and a free throw rate of 0.194. For those same stats, LIU was 17.5 and 0.175, respectively. Jordan Miller played well for George Mason with 25 points and five rebounds. Michael Christmas, meanwhile had a solid performance for James Madison, putting up 19 points and 15 rebounds.
The Patriots won the only contest between these two teams last season, 66-53. George Mason’s free throw rate was their largest strength over James Madison. The Patriots had a rate of 0.283, while the Dukes posted a mark of 0.161.
James Madison may have difficulty getting to the free throw line in this contest. The Dukes rank 207th in the country with a free throw attempt (FTA) rate of 0.226, while George Mason ranks 65th in FTA rate allowed (0.198) dating back to the 2018-19 season.
James Madison Dukes at George Mason Patriots Odds Pick
College Basketball Prediction: SU Winner – James Madison, ATS Winner – James Madison, O/U – Over
Betting Notes (2018-Present):
- James Madison ranks 125th in steals per game (6.5) while George Mason ranks 186th in steals allowed per game (6.6).
- The Dukes rank 238th in assists per game (12.3) while the Patriots rank 240th (12.2).
- The Dukes rank 219th in three pointers attempted per game (21.0) while the Patriots rank 279th (19.3).
- James Madison averages 3.3 blocks per game, which ranks 152nd in the NCAA. George Mason ranks 206th in blocks allowed per game (3.9).
