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George Washington Men's Basketball Favored Against North Carolina A&T in Non-Conference Matchup

The George Washington men's basketball team looks to continue their successful homestand as they face North Carolina A&T in a non-conference matchup on Tuesday night at the Charles E. Smith Center in Washington, D.C. The Revolutionaries are the betting favorite with a current line of -14.5 points. For more insights and predictions for the game, continue reading our NC A&T Aggies vs. George Washington Revolutionaries Prediction and Picks.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Aggies +725 | Colonials -1200
• Spread: Aggies +14.5 (-110) | Colonials -14.5 (-110)
• Total: Over/Under 156 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that George Washington will win straight-up is 92%.

North Carolina AT vs George Washington Stats

North Carolina AT Aggies

North Carolina A&T, under second year head coach Monte Ross, has had a mixed start to the season with a win and a loss in non-conference matchups. In the previous season, they finished with a 7-25 record and were eliminated in the first round of the CAA playoffs. The team will rely heavily on returning junior guard Landon Glasper, who was a unanimous pick for the CAA Preseason First Team. Defensive improvements will be a focus for the Aggies, as their offensive and defensive rankings were towards the bottom of college basketball. Currently, the team ranks 21st in offense and 53rd in defense, with solid shooting percentages and rebounding numbers. On defense, they show strength in limiting opponents' shooting percentages and rebounding, but struggle with three-point defense and turnovers.

George Washington Colonials Analysis

The George Washington Colonials have started the season strong with a 2-0 record, winning comfortably against Mercyhurst and Hampton. Their defense has shown improvement, limiting both opponents to under 60 points. However, there is still room for growth as the team ranked 262nd in defensive rating last season. Head coach Chris Caputo is returning for his third season, and standout sophomore forward Darren Buchanan Jr. is back after an impressive freshman year. The Colonials have a power ranking of 31 and rank 211th in offense, scoring an average of 76 points per game. On defense, they are ranked 86th, allowing an average of 59 points per game. The team's shooting percentages and rebounding stats fall within the mid-range compared to other NCAAB teams. In terms of defense, they are fairly average in field goal percentage allowed but struggle with three-point defense. Moving forward, the Colonials will look to continue their strong start and improve their defensive performance to compete in conference play.

North Carolina A&T Looks to Capitalize on George Washington's Defensive Woes on the Road

North Carolina A&T has an opportunity to showcase their skills on the road against George Washington, who have been known to struggle defensively. In the 2023-24 season, George Washington allowed an average of 76.8 points per game, ranking 88th in college basketball. It is important for the Aggies to play a tight game in order to secure a victory. Last season, George Washington had a record of 14-17 against the spread and 7-10 at home, while NC A&T had a record of 16-16 ATS and 9-7 on the road. Additionally, NC A&T had a record of 13-11 after a loss, indicating their ability to bounce back. Based on these statistics, it is advisable to consider supporting NC A&T in this matchup.

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