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Game time: January 11, 2025 at 2:00 PM ET

Venue: EagleBank Arena — Fairfax, VA

Article updated Jan 11, 1:15 AM EST

Published by SportsJaw Editorial Team

The UMass Minutemen will be facing the George Mason Patriots in a college basketball matchup on Saturday afternoon. The Minutemen are looking to build on their recent win

Game outlook

The UMass Minutemen will be facing the George Mason Patriots in a college basketball matchup on Saturday afternoon. The Minutemen are looking to build on their recent win against Dayton, while the Patriots aim to continue their success after defeating Richmond. George Mason has a favorable record against UMass in their last 10 matchups. The current betting odds favor George Mason to win, with the opening line at -11 and the current line at -11.75. Find out more in this UMass Minutemen vs. George Mason Patriots prediction.

Betting Odds

Moneyline: Minutemen +475 | Patriots -650

Spread: Minutemen +11.75 (-110) | Patriots -11.75 (-110)

Total: Over/Under 139.5 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that George Mason will win straight-up is 87%.

UMass Minutemen

The UMass Minutemen ended their three-game losing streak with an upset win over Dayton in their last game. They will look to continue their momentum and secure their fourth win in their last seven games on Saturday. With an average of 73.7 points per game, UMass scored 76 points in their last game, shooting 45 percent from the field and 15 percent from three-point range. Daniel Rivera led the team with 23 points and 12 rebounds, while Rahsool Diggins and Marqui Worthy added 18 points each. However, the team has struggled defensively, allowing an average of 74.8 points per game. They will need a stronger defensive effort to secure a win in the upcoming game. For handicapping needs, College Basketball Betting Picks are available. UMass is ranked 233 in offense, averaging 73.53 points per game, and #280 in defense, allowing 75.00 points per game. They have a record of 6-10 (6-9 ATS) this season. The team's shooting percentages and defensive stats are also provided for further analysis.

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George Mason Patriots Analysis

The George Mason Patriots recently bounced back from a loss to Rhode Island with a win over Richmond. They are currently half a game behind Saint Louis in the Atlantic 10 standings and will be looking to move into first place with a win in their upcoming game. The team averages 73.4 points per game and recently scored 64 points in their last game. Brayden O'Connor led the team with 16 points and four assists, while Woody Newton and Darius Maddox also contributed with 15 and 10 points respectively. Defensively, the Patriots have been strong, giving up an average of 61.6 points per game. They will need a similar effort in their next game to secure the win. The Patriots have a power ranking of 108 and are ranked #223 for offense, scoring an average of 74.07 points per game, and #14 for defense, giving up an average of 61.80 points per game. George Mason's offensive and defensive statistics are outlined in detail, showing strengths in field goal percentage and three-point defense. Interested parties are encouraged to check out betting opportunities and sportsbook promos for the upcoming game.

George Mason Patriots poised for victory against struggling UMass Minutemen

The George Mason Patriots have demonstrated a strong performance at home, winning 10 out of their 11 games, while the UMass Minutemen have struggled recently, losing three of their last four games. George Mason holds a competitive advantage in this matchup due to their proficiency in shooting, making over 49 percent of their field goals and 37 percent of their three-point attempts at home. Additionally, the Patriots excel at free throw shooting, making over 72 percent of their attempts at home compared to the Minutemen's subpar performance on the road. With a strong rebounding game, George Mason obtains more offensive opportunities, coupled with effective ball security tactics that limit the Minutemen's scoring chances. Given UMass' defensive weaknesses, allowing over 77 points per game on the road, George Mason is predicted to maintain control and cover the spread in this game.

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SportsJaw published this archived preview from its original game-day article. Its prediction and quoted lines are preserved as written.

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SportsJaw Minutemen vs Patriots archived game preview contains historical odds and availability that may no longer be current. View history of past Minutemen vs Patriots matchups or learn how our predictions work.

Current matchup data

Lines, trends and availability

Line movement since open

  • Moneyline · UMass Minutemen+425 → +525Moved
  • Moneyline · George Mason Patriots-600 → -730Moved
  • Spread · UMass Minutemen+11 (-110) → +11.5 (-110)Moved
  • Spread · George Mason Patriots-11 (-110) → -11.5 (-110)Moved
  • Total · Over139 (-110) → 141 (-110)Moved
  • Total · Under139 (-110) → 141 (-110)Moved

ATS and O/U trends

UMass Minutemen
17-16 matchup record · 4-6-0 ATS · 5-5-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file
George Mason Patriots
23-10 matchup record · 3-7-0 ATS · 4-6-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file

Injuries and availability

From the published research (2025-01-11T06:15:18.615Z). Availability may have changed; review the cited sources.

No verified injury or availability note was included in the published matchup research.

Recent head-to-head

  • 2024-02-03George Mason Patriots 65 · UMass Minutemen 66
Final result

Matchup pick recap

George Mason Patriots defeated UMass Minutemen 77-70

George Mason Patriots defeated UMass Minutemen 77-70 on January 11, 2025, a 7-point decision in the series. George Mason Patriots' strongest period was the 1st half, when it outscored its opponent 36-32. Against SportsJaw's recorded UMass Minutemen +11.5 (-110) spread, UMass Minutemen covered, while the 147 combined points finished over the recorded total of 141.

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Tipster picks

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