Patriots Renew Rivalry with GW This Monday in Fairfax

The George Mason University men’s basketball team is set to face off against George Washington University in a high-stakes rivalry game on Monday. This match, part of the Atlantic 10 (A-10) Conference, will take place at EagleBank Arena in Fairfax, Virginia, with a scheduled tip-off at 5 p.m.

Patriots’ Strong Season

George Mason boasts an impressive record this season, sitting at 17-1 overall and 5-0 in A-10 play. This marks the best start in the program’s history. The Patriots are also among only seven teams nationally with 17 or more victories.

Recent Performance

• The Patriots have won eight consecutive games, including a recent 82-74 victory against Loyola Chicago.
• This winning streak has been bolstered by standout performances from players like Riley Allenspach, who scored a personal best of 23 points.
• George Mason leads the A-10 and ranks 32nd nationally in fewest turnovers per game, averaging just 10.0.

Player Highlights

Kory Mincy, a two-time A-10 Player of the Week, is a key contributor for the Patriots. He ranks fourth in the A-10 with an average of 16.6 points per game and is just nine points shy of achieving 1,000 career points.

Allenspach leads in A-10 scoring at 16.4 points per game and maintains an impressive field goal percentage of .597.

Rivalry History

This game marks the 39th all-time meeting between George Mason and George Washington. Historically, GW holds a series advantage with 24 wins to George Mason’s 14. However, the Patriots have seen recent success, winning 12 of the last 17 matchups, including all three encounters last season.

Upcoming Match

The match will be aired on CBS Sports Network with commentary from John Sadak, Roy Hibbert, and Brandon Baylor. Fans can also listen to the game on the GoMason Digital Network starting at 4:45 p.m.

Looking Ahead

After facing George Washington, George Mason will travel to Rhode Island for another A-10 matchup. The game is scheduled for Saturday at 2 p.m. and will be broadcast on ESPN+.

As both teams aim for victory, this battle of the Georges promises to be an exhilarating encounter for fans and players alike.